Enel Américas
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025-2027)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Energy Transition
- Social Inclusion
- Community Engagement
- Governance
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Sustainable Supply Chain
Environmental Achievements
- Increased renewable energy share in generation portfolio to 73% by 2023 (from 56% in 2020) through merger with EGP Américas.
- Avoided ~6.9 million tCO2eq in direct CO2 emissions from electricity production (Scope 1).
Social Achievements
- Launched various applications and strengthened digital channels to improve customer relations.
- Implemented teleworking for over 74% of the workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Supported healthcare systems and provided basic necessities to local communities in response to COVID-19.
- Provided easy payment options and flexible billing arrangements for vulnerable customers.
- Implemented various initiatives to promote gender equality and diversity and inclusion.
Governance Achievements
- Merger with EGP Américas approved, consolidating renewable energy generation business.
- Ranked among the top ten companies in Latin America for corporate governance (GovernArt and VigeoEiris).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero emissions throughout the value chain by 2050.
- Achieve 73% renewable energy share in generation portfolio by 2023.
- Increase renewable capacity by 6.8 GW by 2023.
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting employees, customers, investors, suppliers, and communities.
- Economic crisis worsening inequalities in Latin America.
- Drop in energy demand due to lower consumption and difficulty in collecting distribution payments.
- Social conflicts potentially jeopardizing operational continuity.
Mitigation Strategies
- Prioritized health and safety of workers and implemented teleworking.
- Strengthened health and food supplies for local communities.
- Supported vulnerable customers and guaranteed continuity of contracts with suppliers.
- Implemented digital systems to manage plants safely.
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies.
- Implemented a strategy of continuous dialogue and community engagement.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Incorporation of sustainability factors into tender processes.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Drought
- Temperature increases
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
- Technological changes
Opportunities
- Growth in renewable energy generation
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 4
- SDG 7
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 13
Company's business strategy contributes to these SDGs through various initiatives.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Smart charging systems
- Smart home ecosystem
- Residential solar products
- Energy efficiency solutions
Awards & Recognition
- Sustainability Yearbook 2021 (Bronze Class)
- S&P Dow Jones Index (DJSI) inclusion
- FTSE4Good inclusion
- Vigeo-Eiris ranking
- MSCI ESG rating AA
- Sustainalytics low-risk ranking
- Corporate Knights Carbon Clean 200™ Ranking
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Renewable Energy
- Electrification
- Grid Modernization
- Customer Centrality
- Employee Well-being
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Sustainable Supply Chain
- Governance
- Human Rights
Environmental Achievements
- Increased renewable generation capacity by 4.7 GW, totaling 10.9 GW (almost 70% of total capacity)
- Reduced direct CO2 emissions intensity by 149 gCO2/KWheq
- Achieved 67% renewable energy generated
- Avoided 22.2 million tCO2eq through various initiatives
Social Achievements
- Launched employee well-being programs, including mental health support and flexible work arrangements
- Implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives, aiming for 50% women in selection processes and 29% female managers
- Community investment initiatives focusing on access to clean energy and economic development
- Implemented various programs to improve customer experience and satisfaction
Governance Achievements
- Solid corporate governance structure with transparency and ethical conduct
- Adherence to international standards and national regulations
- Implementation of a Global Compliance Model and Criminal Risk Prevention Model
Climate Goals & Targets
- Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2040
- Achieve 80% renewable energy generation
- Reduce direct CO2 emissions intensity to 82 gCO2e/kWh
- Reduce energy losses to 10.8%
- Increase smart meter installations to 1.5 million
Environmental Challenges
- Water scarcity due to prolonged drought in some regions
- Supply chain disruptions
- Social conflicts
- Cybersecurity risks
- Data privacy concerns
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented efficient water management protocols
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies
- Continuous dialogue with stakeholders and community engagement
- Strengthened cybersecurity measures
- Defined a Personal Data Protection Officer (DPO) for each country
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Code of conduct
- Supplier sustainability requirements
- ESG factors incorporated into bidding processes
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Drought
- Water scarcity
Transition Risks
- Changes in energy prices
- Policy and regulatory changes
- Technological changes
Opportunities
- Growth of renewable energy
- Electrification of consumption
- Development of new energy services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001
Third-party Assurance: KPMG
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 4
- SDG 7
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 13
Enel Américas integrates these SDGs into its business plan, focusing on education, clean energy, economic growth, innovation, sustainable cities, and climate action.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Smart meters
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Energy efficiency solutions
- Digital grid management platforms
Awards & Recognition
- Dow Jones Sustainability Index inclusion
- Sustainability Yearbook 2022 Bronze Class
- FTSE4Good inclusion
- Moody's ESG Solutions Best Emerging Markets Performers
- Sustainalytics low-risk rating
- CDP B rating
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Clean Electrification
- People
- Nature
- Growth Drivers (Innovation, Digitization, Circular Economy)
- ESG Fundamentals (Governance, Human Rights, Health & Safety)
Environmental Achievements
- Developed 545 MW of new renewable capacity.
- Began construction on the second phase expansion of Enel Green Power Brazil's Lagoa dos Ventos wind farm (largest in South America).
- Began construction on the Enel Green Power Colombia Guayepo I & II solar farm (set to become the largest photovoltaic project in Colombia).
- 71% renewable generation capacity.
- 85% EBITDA from low-carbon products, services, and technologies.
- Reduced Scope 1 emissions by 10% compared to 2021.
- Recycled 720 tons of material in Colombia.
Social Achievements
- Launched global Wellbeing program for employee psychological, physical, and social wellbeing.
- Conducted annual work climate and commitment survey (Open Listening) with 72% participation.
- Implemented a hybrid work model.
- Improved Net Promoter Score (NPS) by 17 points in Brazil.
- Provided free access to vital energy (24-hour service) with batteries in Colombia.
- Provided Braille power bills in Brazil and Colombia for visually impaired customers.
- Implemented the About People methodology in Colombia and Central America to enhance talent development and retention.
Governance Achievements
- Board of Directors approves strategic, industrial, and financial plans, including ESG aspects.
- Board of Directors Committee oversees key sustainability issues.
- ESG is integrated into key corporate decision-making processes.
- Achieved high ratings from Dow Jones Sustainability Index, FTSE4Good, CDP, MSCI ESG Indexes, and Moody’s ESG Solutions.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Achieve zero emissions by 2040.
- Achieve 98% renewable energy capacity by 2025.
- Reduce direct emissions intensity to 72 gCO2 eq/kWh by 2030.
- Increase renewable capacity by 3.5 GW by 2025.
- Reduce thermal capacity by 0.5 GW by 2024.
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change risks (physical and transition risks).
- Social conflicts.
- Ineffective stakeholder engagement.
- Health and safety risks.
- Risks related to diversity and inclusion and talent attraction and retention.
- Governance risks (illegal acts, corruption, etc.).
- Digitization, business continuity, and cybersecurity risks.
- Rising electricity prices leading to vulnerable customers and fuel poverty.
- Bureaucracy and required authorizations delaying energy transition.
- Commodity price volatility.
- Slowdowns and disruptions in the supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
- Effective preventive and mitigation measures of environmental impacts and risks.
- Continuous dialogue at the territorial level.
- Materiality analysis, dialogue-based engagement strategy, and shared value creation.
- Culture of prevention and safety, policies, and training.
- Diversity and talent management and promotion policies.
- Internal Control and Risk Management System.
- Annual due diligence process.
- Digital transformation of value chain management system.
- Progressive decarbonization and commercial focus on renewables, grids, and customers.
- Energy transition-oriented strategy focused on electrification and renewables.
- Solid strategic positioning in new businesses.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Incorporation of ESG requirements in bidding processes.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Changes in resource availability
Transition Risks
- CO2 pricing and emissions policies
- Changes in commodity prices
- Changes in market design and permitting procedures
- Changes in competitive structure
Opportunities
- Growth in renewables
- Electrification of consumption
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- New technologies for grid resilience
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Certifications: WELL Platinum (Brazil)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
Investments in renewable energy, grid modernization, electrification of consumption, and climate action initiatives.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Smart meters
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Energy efficiency solutions (eHome, eIndustries, eCity, eMobility)
- Smart grid technologies
Awards & Recognition
- Sustainability Yearbook 2023 (Top 5%)
- CDP A- rating
- Various awards in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru (see report for details)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Governance
- Human Rights
- Sustainable Supply Chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 emissions by 25% to 4.89 million tCO2eq compared to 2022.
- Added 1.8 GW of new renewable capacity, bringing renewable energy share to 90.4% of total installed capacity (14.6 GW).
Social Achievements
- Launched the largest fleet of public transport electric buses in São Paulo (nearly 50 vehicles).
- Presented the first public charger network for electric vehicles in Colombia (15 charging stations in Bogotá).
Governance Achievements
- Completed the sale of several generating plants and concessions in Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia as part of corporate simplification.
- Maintained high ESG ratings and index inclusions (DJSI, FTSE4Good, MSCI, CDP, etc.).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Achieve zero emissions by 2040.
- Increase EBITDA to US$4.3-4.5 billion by 2026.
- Increase net income to US$1.4-1.5 billion by 2026.
- Achieve 98% renewable energy capacity by 2026.
- Reduce OPEX by US$100 million by 2026.
- Increase smart meters to 2.9 million by 2026.
Environmental Challenges
- High interest rates expected to persist in the medium term.
- Risk of climate change adding volatility to markets and requiring resilient grids.
- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events and geopolitical factors.
Mitigation Strategies
- Focus on corporate simplification and strategic investments in Brazil and Colombia.
- Investments in grid modernization and digitalization to improve service quality and resilience.
- Selective approach to renewable energy investments to maximize returns and reduce risks.
- Implementation of efficiency actions to reduce OPEX by US$100 million over three years.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of qualified suppliers evaluated under sustainability criteria (2023)
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Ethics
- Enel Global Compliance Program
- Zero Tolerance with Corruption Plan
- Human Rights Policy
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (heat waves, floods, windstorms, fires)
- Changes in resource availability (water, wind, solar radiation)
Transition Risks
- Policy and regulatory changes
- Market dynamics (commodity prices, energy mix, competition)
- Technological changes
Opportunities
- Growth in renewable energy
- Electrification of consumption
- Development of new technologies and services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 37001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 13
Business model focused on just energy transition, contributing to affordable and clean energy, resilient infrastructure, sustainable cities, and climate action.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Electric mobility solutions
- Smart meters
- Energy storage
- Energy-efficient lighting
Awards & Recognition
- S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 (Top 10%)
- MSCI AAA rating
Reporting Period: 2025-2027
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Natural capital
- Employees, Suppliers, Communities and Customers
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total absolute emissions (MtCO2eq) by -38% vs 2017 (2023 data)
- Avoided emissions increased by +89.6% vs 2017 (2023 data)
- Coal phase-out by 2027
- Achieved 99.6% emission-free production by 2027
- Waste sent for recovery increased to 81% in 2023
Social Achievements
- More than 33,000 ha of protected areas in Colombia
- More than 700,000 trees planted in Colombia
- More than 30,000 beneficiaries from biodiversity initiatives in Colombia
- Over 2,750 female students involved in STEM career guidance initiatives (in the last 3 years)
- Training hours per capita increased by +19% in 2023
Governance Achievements
- CEO’s short-term variable remuneration linked to ESG targets (Safety, Net Income, EBITDA, FCF)
- Board of Directors composition with 50% independent directors, 33% women, and diverse nationalities
- Implementation of various policies including Human Rights Policy, Code of Ethics, Zero Tolerance of Corruption Plan, and Global Compliance Programs
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net Zero emissions by 2040
- Decarbonize the supply chain by 2040
- Biodiversity No Net Loss for new infrastructures by 2030
- No Net Deforestation by 2030
- Exit from coal power generation by 2027
- 100% renewable fleet by 2027
- 100% sales from renewables by 2027
Environmental Challenges
- Managing acute and chronic physical climate risks (heat, floods, icing, wildfires, etc.)
- Transition risks related to regulatory changes and market shifts
- Supply chain disruptions
Mitigation Strategies
- Adaptation activities varying by technology and assets’ features (e.g., resilience response, incident management, infrastructure robustness improvements)
- Prioritizing phenomena and scenario analysis, linking scenarios to business operations
- Impact assessments to quantify effects at operational, economic, and financial levels
- Implementing operational and strategic actions informed by impact assessments (e.g., capital allocation, business activities)
- Advocating for climate actions aligned with the Paris Agreement
- Sustainable supply chain management with mandatory sustainability requirements and supplier audits
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of qualified suppliers assessed for health and safety, environmental, and human rights/business ethics aspects (2023)
Responsible Procurement
- Mandatory sustainable requirements
- Sustainability KPIs (incentive factors)
- Compliance with Enel’s Human Rights Policy, Code of Ethics, Zero Tolerance of Corruption Plan, and Global Compliance Programs
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Heat
- Floods
- Icing
- Hail storms
- Wildfires
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TNFD, SBTN, GRI, UN Global Compact
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 4
- 7
- 13
Enel Américas’ sustainable strategy directly targets 4 SDGs while contributing to all the others. The ambition of zero emissions lies at the heart of the strategy.
Awards & Recognition
- 1st place in the Firjan (RJ) Sustainability Award in 2024 (Grids + EGP)
- 2nd place in the GRI Award in 2023 (Grids + EGP)