SUSTAINABILITY, BIODIVERSITY AND ENERGY TRANSITIONS
Protecting the environment
We prioritize environmental stewardship. Through our operations and partnerships, we’re strengthening energy systems and contributing to more resilient and sustainable communities.
Our commitment to
environmental stewardship
The energy transition requires smart, scalable solutions to meet demand while improving lives, protecting the environment, and promoting economic development with the highest standards. Through responsible land use, grid reliability, and innovation, we deliver solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.
76K+ hectares
Covered by AES projects in operations
14% more recycled nonhazardous waste
Increase in recycling of nonhazardous waste compared with 2023
Land use & biodiversity
We partner with landowners, farmers, research institutions, and communities to develop projects which support responsible land use, protect biodiversity and wildlife, and minimize our environmental impacts.
Circular economy
Through innovative partnerships and sustainable practices, we recycle materials and repurpose valuable resources to support resilient domestic supply chains, energy security and job creation.
Environmental Stewardship
We partner with communities to develop social programs that advance environmental stewardship, resilience, and sustainable development.
Our ambitions
Accelerating the transition to a smarter, more sustainable energy system.
Integrating energy solutions with responsible land use practices.
Supporting a resilient supply chain for energy materials through circular economy initiatives.
Protecting biodiversity and ecosystems.
Advancing best practices in environmental management and operations.
REDUCING OUR CARBON INTENSITY
2030
Portfolio generation carbon intensity aligned with a “well below 2°C” scenario.
Based on the growth of renewable energy and the viability of multiple possible asset scenarios. Sectoral Decarbonization Approach (SDA) target for power generation of 0.16 tCO2e/MWh, using the 2016 baseline and the portfolios modeled for 2030 as a reference.
(Achieved through asset sales, fuel conversion, and retirement of operations, while maintaining reliability and affordability, and subject to necessary approvals.)
2040
Net-zero carbon emissions from electricity sales.
Actions assume new policies that facilitate transition to low emissions energy systems, such as a price on carbon. Includes scope 1 and 2 emissions.
2050
Net-zero carbon emissions from entire business portfolio.
Actions assume new policies that facilitate transition to low emissions energy systems, such as a price on carbon. Includes scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
Environmental Management
Our Environmental Policy sets the principles and foundation of our Environmental Management System (EMS). The EMS Framework defines accountability for its implementation across the organization, establishing processes to ensure requirements are met, performance is monitored, and progress on goals and action plans is reviewed.
The EMS covers diverse topics:
- Spill Prevention and Containment
- Waste
- Chemical and Raw Material Management
- PCB Management
- AES Compliance Data Quality Assurance and Reporting
- Environmental Incident Management
- Hydroelectric Power Plant and Reservoir Requirements
- Environmentally Related Financial Disclosure
- Contractor Environmental Risk Management Standard
- Managing Potential Contractor Environmental Impacts
- General Environmental Requirements
- Biodiversity Assessment and Protection
- Internal EHS Audit Standard
- External EHS Audit Standard