- Reducing GHG emissions across the value chain
- Managing water resources sustainably
- Improving waste management practices
- Maintaining biodiversity in operating areas
- Addressing community concerns
- Ensuring workplace safety
- Promoting diversity and inclusion
- Enhancing employee engagement
- Maintaining ethical business practices
- Improving supply chain sustainability
Origin Energy
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Origin Energy disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 250.1K kt CO2-e. By scope: Scope 1: 13.9K kt CO2-e; Scope 2: 878 kt CO2-e; Scope 3: 235.3K kt CO2-e. 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
250.1K kt CO2-e
2023
Water Usage
22.6M ML
2023
Waste
1.3M tonnes (CCP produced at Eraring)
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). | 13.9K kt CO2-e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 878 kt CO2-e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 235.3K kt CO2-e |
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 | 250.1K kt CO2-e |
| 2020 | 18.3K GWh (Electricity Output) |
| 2019-07 to 2020-06 | 18.5K kt CO2-e (operational control basis) |
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 intensity (Scope 1 and 2) for owned generation
- Increased GreenPower sales volume
- Increased solar PV systems installed
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greenhouse gas emissionsWaterWasteBiodiversityCommunity engagementSafetyEmployee diversity and inclusionEmployee engagementEthical business conductResponsible procurementSupply chain management