SSE plc is a prominent energy company based in the United Kingdom, primarily engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity and gas. The company's operations span mul... SSE plc is a prominent energy company based in the United Kingdom, primarily engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity and gas. The company's operations span multiple facets of the energy sector, including the management of renewable energy sources such as wind and hydroelectric power, as well as traditional energy generation methods. SSE plc plays a critical role in the UK energy market, serving millions of residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Notably, the company is committed to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to cleaner energy solutions. SSE plc's influence extends beyond the UK, impacting energy markets and policies across Europe as well.
In 2025, SSE was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
SSE has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of SSE are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Portion of total company turnover generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Eligible A Turnover
Total turnover of the company associated with activities considered eligible under the EU Taxonomy, regardless of whether they meet alignment criteria.
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Turnover
Total turnover of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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4.9 CCM/CCA - Transmission and distribution of electricity
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
Portion of total company OPEX generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Non-Eligible B Opex
Total OPEX of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Portion of total company CAPEX generated from economic activities that are eligible under the EU Taxonomy and meet all alignment requirements, including substantial contribution, Do No Significant Harm (DNSH), and minimum safeguards.
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Total Taxonomy Eligible A Capex
Total CAPEX of the company associated with activities considered eligible under the EU Taxonomy, regardless of whether they meet alignment criteria.
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Total CAPEX of the company associated with activities that are not listed as eligible under the EU Taxonomy.
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4.9 CCM/CCA - Transmission and distribution of electricity
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Insights into SSE's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, SSE reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of GBP 5.32 billion, representing 52.5% of its total turnover. Of this amount, GBP 3.48 billion of SSE's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 34.3% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
SSE's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
Have SSE's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Since 2022, SSE's taxonomy-aligned revenues increased by 14.33%,reflecting a sustained upward trend in environmentally sustainable revenue generation.a, d
Compared to the previous year (2024), SSE's taxonomy-aligned revenues increased by 9.58%,highlighting SSE's deeper integration of environmentally sustainable activities into its core business model, or improved classification and reporting of those activities under the EU Taxonomy.a, b
How much of SSE's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, SSE reported that GBP 5.32 billion of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 52.5% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, GBP 3.48 billion (34.3% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 18.2% of SSE's revenue is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these activities did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards.a
How much of SSE's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, SSE reported that GBP 3.48 billion of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 34.3% of its total turnover.a
This moderate level of alignment indicates that SSE has begun shifting toward more sustainable operations but still has considerable room to enhance its green offerings.
SSE's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
SSE's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
How is SSE's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, SSE reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 34.3%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much revenue does SSE earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2025, SSE reported that GBP 3.48 billion of its total revenue was associated with activities contributing to the EU taxonomy climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This accounted for 34.3% of the company's total revenue,indicating that SSEhas a moderate focuson solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into SSE's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, SSE reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of GBP 2.78 billion,representing 95.5% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, GBP 2.59 billion of SSE's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 89.1% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
SSE's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have SSE's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, SSE's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)increased by 3.6%,pointing to a long-term shift toward greater investment in environmentally sustainable activities recognized under the EU Taxonomy.a, d
Compared to the previous year (2024), SSE's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX remained relatively stable, indicating that SSE maintained consistent levels of green capital expenditure, with no significant expansion or retreat in its taxonomy-aligned investment strategy.a, b
How much of SSE's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, SSE reported that GBP 2.78 billion of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 95.5% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, GBP 2.59 billion (89.1% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 6.4% of SSE's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of SSE's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, SSE reported that GBP 2.59 billion of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 89.1% of its total capital investment.a
This strong alignment suggests that SSE is directing a significant portion of its capital investments toward environmentally sustainable assets or activities, reinforcing a strategic focus on long-term sustainability.
SSE's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
SSE's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is SSE's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, SSE reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 89.1%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much SSE is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2025, SSE allocated GBP 2.59 billion of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 89.1% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that SSEis prioritizing climate-focused investments as a central part of its overall capital strategy.a
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