Verbund AG is an Austria-based electric utility company renowned for its extensive involvement in energy production, particularly within the hydropower sector. As one of Europe's leading producers of ... Verbund AG is an Austria-based electric utility company renowned for its extensive involvement in energy production, particularly within the hydropower sector. As one of Europe's leading producers of electricity from hydropower, Verbund AG embodies a commitment to sustainable and renewable energy sources. The company's primary function is the generation and distribution of electricity, emphasizing environmentally-friendly practices that have positioned it as a pivotal player in the transition towards cleaner energy solutions. Verbund AG notably impacts sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial energy consumption by providing reliable and sustainable energy options. Founded in 1947, Verbund AG operates numerous hydroelectric plants primarily in Austria, contributing significantly to both national and European energy grids. The company is also active in power trading and transmission operations, facilitating cross-border electricity exchanges and supporting energy market stability. With its focus on renewable energy, Verbund AG plays a critical role in Europe's efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote green energy initiatives.
In 2024, Verbund 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, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Verbund has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Verbund 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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7.6 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of renewable energy technologies
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a. Verbund's Integrated Report 2024
b. Verbund's Annual Report 2023
c. Verbund's Integrated Report 2022
Insights into Verbund's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Verbund reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 5.10 billion, representing 61.8% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 4.58 billion of Verbund's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 55.6% 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
Verbund's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
Have Verbund's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Since 2022, Verbund's taxonomy-aligned revenues increased by 23.83%,reflecting a sustained upward trend in environmentally sustainable revenue generation.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Verbund's taxonomy-aligned revenues decreased by 7.18%, suggesting that Verbund may have deprioritized sustainable activities, shifted focus away from green offerings, or reduced transparency in its EU Taxonomy reporting.a, b
How much of Verbund's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 5.10 billion of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 61.8% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 4.58 billion (55.6% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 6.2% of Verbund'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 Verbund's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 4.58 billion of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 55.6% of its total turnover.a
This strong alignment suggests that Verbund has strategically integrated environmentally sustainable activities into its core business model, positioning itself as a leader in the green transition.
Verbund's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Verbund's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
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How is Verbund's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Verbund reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 55.6%
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 Verbund earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 4.58 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 55.6% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Verbundprimarily focuseson solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Verbund's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Verbund reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 1.21 billion,representing 95.6% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 1.17 billion of Verbund's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 92.5% 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
Verbund's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
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Have Verbund's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Verbund's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)decreased by 3.14%,indicating a long-term decline in green capital deployment, potentially signaling shifting priorities or reduced focus on sustainability-linked investments.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Verbund's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX remained relatively stable, indicating that Verbund maintained consistent levels of green capital expenditure, with no significant expansion or retreat in its taxonomy-aligned investment strategy.a, b
How much of Verbund's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 1.21 billion of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 95.6% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 1.17 billion (92.5% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 3.1% of Verbund'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 Verbund's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 1.17 billion of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 92.5% of its total capital investment.a
This strong alignment suggests that Verbund is directing a significant portion of its capital investments toward environmentally sustainable assets or activities, reinforcing a strategic focus on long-term sustainability.
Verbund's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Verbund's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is Verbund's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Verbund reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 92.5%
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 Verbund is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Verbund allocated EUR 1.17 billion of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 92.5% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Verbundis prioritizing climate-focused investments as a central part of its overall capital strategy.a
Insights into Verbund's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Verbund reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 252.50 million,representing 92.8% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 219.80 million of Verbund's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 80.8% of the company's operating expenses 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
Verbund's Taxonomy-Eligible Opex Over Time
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Have Verbund's increased its spending in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Verbund's taxonomy-aligned operating expenditure (OPEX)decreased by 4.72%,indicating a long-term decline in sustainability-related operational spending, which may reflect shifting priorities or reduced emphasis on green initiatives.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Verbund's taxonomy-aligned OPEX decreased by 6.05%, suggesting that Verbund may have reduced spending on environmentally sustainable activities, adjusted its operational priorities, or decreased the scope of its taxonomy-related disclosures.a, b
How much of Verbund's operational expenditure (OPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 252.50 million of its operational expenditure (OPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 92.8% of the company's total OPEX. Of this amount, EUR 219.80 million (80.8% of total OPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 12% of Verbund's OPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these expenditures 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 Verbund's eligible OPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Verbund reported that EUR 219.80 million of its OPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 80.8% of its total operational expenditure.a
This strong alignment suggests that Verbund is allocating a significant share of its operating budget to environmentally sustainable activities, signaling a strategic emphasis on day-to-day sustainability performance.
Verbund's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Verbund's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Opex
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How is Verbund's taxonomy-aligned OPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Verbund reported that its taxonomy-aligned operational expenditure (OPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 80.8%
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 of Verbund's operational budget supports climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Verbund allocated EUR 219.78 million of its OPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 80.8% of the company's total OPEX,indicating that Verbundis focusing a significant share of its operational spending on supporting climate action through its day-to-day activities.a
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