- Increased CO₂ emissions in 2022 due to reversed gas flows resulting from the loss of Russian gas supplies.
- Shortage of skilled workers.
- Lack of adequate legal and regulatory framework for hydrogen and CO₂ transmission projects.
Open Grid Europe GmbH
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Open Grid Europe GmbH disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 773 kt CO₂e (2022). By scope: Scope 1: 773 kt CO₂e (2022); Scope 2: 0 kt CO₂e (2022). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
773 kt CO₂e (2022)
2022
Renewable Energy
100% electricity (2022)
of total energy
Waste
5.4K tons (2022)
2022
Energy Use
3.6K GWh natural gas + 240 GWh electricity (2022)
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 773 kt CO₂e (2022) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 kt CO₂e (2022) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 773 kt CO₂e (2022) |
| 2021 | 489 kt CO2e (2021) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions by 47% compared to 2009 (2021 data), although this decreased to -17% in 2022 due to increased compressor usage to secure energy supply. Sourcing 100% green electricity for compressors, plants and operations in 2022.
- Reduced methane emissions (target: 55% reduction by 2025 compared to 2009) through measures like mobile compressors and flaring systems.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions by 45% compared to 2009 by 2025.
- Reduce methane emissions by 55% compared to 2009 by 2025.
- Achieve an accident rate (TRIFcomb) of < 4.2 by 2023.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve an accident rate (TRIFcomb) of < 3.4 by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Climate neutrality by 2045.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EmissionsEnergyHydrogenOccupational health and safetySecurity of supply