- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Water crisis in Brazil
- Limited access to biofuels in certain locations
- Changes in electricity consumption patterns due to the pandemic
- Regulatory changes in the energy sector (e.g., hourly payments instead of monthly)
Elera Renováveis
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Elera Renováveis disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 14.4K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 13.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 220.23 tCO2e/year. 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
14.4K tCO2e/year
2021
Water Usage
142.63 m3/year
2021
Waste
437.9754 tons/year
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| 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). | 13.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 220.23 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Delivered the Alex Photovoltaic Solar Complex (360 MWp), avoiding the emission of 1.8 million metric tons of CO2
- Invested R$ 12.1 million in environmental protection
- Recovered or are recovering approximately 1,874 ha of degraded areas
- Implemented a new SF6 Gas Management Manual, reducing scope 1 emissions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate actionProtecting and conserving ecosystemsWater resource and waste managementEnhancing community relationsCreating jobs and income for local communitiesEnsure employee well-being and safetyAnti-corruption and commitment to business ethicsTransparent risk management