RWE AG

Common Name
RWE
Country
Germany
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Diversified
Employees
20,505
Ticker
RWE
Exchange
XETRA
Description
RWE AG is a prominent energy company based in Germany, primarily engaged in electricity generation, distribution, and trading. As one of the largest electricity producers in Europe, RWE plays a critic...

RWE's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, RWE completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

RWE has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. RWE's Annual Report 2024
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b. RWE's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2023
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c. RWE's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2019
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Insights into RWE's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RWE amounted to 53,634,998 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RWE decreased by 13.63%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b

RWE's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024035 M70 M105 M140 MtCO2e-24%-23%+24%-1%-28%-14%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are RWE's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of RWE were 53,242,042 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has RWE reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, RWE's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 55.78%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 13.99%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a b

What are RWE's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, RWE reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 392,956 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 392,956 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has RWE reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 96.48% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a b

What methodology does RWE use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, RWE reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

RWE's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into RWE's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, RWE reported 21,766,996 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of RWE includes a breakdown across 12 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 8 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

RWE's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024050 M100 M150 M200 MtCO2e-88%-11%+14%-2%-2%+1%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are RWE's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, RWE reported total Scope 3 emissions of 21,766,996 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 34.5% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 65.5% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has RWE reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, RWE's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 88.46%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that RWE 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a b

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does RWE disclose?

In 2024, RWE reported emissions for 12 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of RWE's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to RWE's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 11,928,717 tCO₂e (54.8%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 3,657,603 tCO₂e (16.8%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 2,293,661 tCO₂e (10.54%)

RWE's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(54.8%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(16.8%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(10.5%)

Insights into RWE's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, RWE reported a total carbon footprint of 75,401,994 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 9.91% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b

The largest contributor to RWE's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 70.61% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 28.87%. a

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