RWE produced approximately 14 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO₂e) in the United Kingdom in 2022, based on reported emissions under the UK Emissions Trading System (UK-ETS). The German-based energy company owns and operates several power stations across the UK, the most polluting of which is Pembroke Power Station in Wales. Other key contributors to UK GHG emissions include Tata Steel, SSE, and Uniper.
Greenhouse gas emissions of selected companies in the United Kingdom in 2022
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Emissions in million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent
The data presented here details the recorded emissions of Operator Holding Accounts (OHAs) and Aircraft Operator Holding Accounts (AOHAs) participating in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS). Figures were calculated by Statista based on data provided by the source, as well as information found on the ownership of installations.
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