- Increased Scope 1 emissions due to rampant electricity demand
- Transition to renewables and cleaner energy leading to price fluctuations and technological & supply chain challenges
- Inability to mitigate GHG emissions or achieve climate ambitions could lead to negative reaction from investors, customers, and community
- Extreme weather events could significantly damage company’s operating assets and supply chain partners located near the coastal areas of KSA
The Saudi Electricity Company
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, The Saudi Electricity Company disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 151.93 MMT CO2eq (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 144.99 MMT CO2eq; Scope 2: 6.94 MMT CO2eq. 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
151.93 MMT CO2eq (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
2.87%
of total energy
Water Usage
9.4M m3
2023
Waste
258.3K tons
2023
Energy Use
383.5K MWh
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 144.99 MMT CO2eq |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 6.94 MMT CO2eq |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 151.93 MMT CO2eq (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2021 | 185.3M tCO2eq/year |
| 2020 | 182.1M tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Decreased grid emissions intensity by 2.96% compared to last year
- Generated 10,688 MWh of electricity through rooftop solar panels for self-consumption
- Purchased carbon credits from the Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company (RVCMC) to offset emissions
- Achieved a 31.72% reduction in SF6 emissions compared to last year
- Integrated 3,400 MW of renewable capacity with the grid
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 100% readiness of grid to handle up to 16 GW renewable energy by 2025
- Publish Water Management Policy by 2025
- 41 hours of training per employee by 2025
- 61 SAIDI min/customer by 2025
- Achieve 0.70 SAIFI by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- 0.40 tCO2eq/MWh grid emissions intensity by 2030
- Plant 5 million trees by 2030
- 72% localization by 2025 and 75% localization by 2030
- 60% local content by 2025
- 0.12% RDI spending from total revenues by 2025
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ActionNature & CircularityPeople & CommunityResponsible Governance