We are determined to enable fossil freedom that drives society forward.

The purpose provides a clear direction for our strategy and operations, where sustainability considerations are fully integrated. Vattenfall’s strategy reflects the UN Sustainable Development goals and six of these goals have been identified as most relevant to the company and to which Vattenfall can provide the most meaningful global contribution.

Our journey to fossil freedom

At Vattenfall, our goal is to help society break free from its dependency on fossil fuels.

Sustainability report

Our sustainability report is part of the annual report.

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Our environmental responsibility

We have a responsibility for our environmental impacts. Environmental issues are managed as an integral part of our business.

Our social responsibility

We have a responsibility for our social impacts. We influence the supply chain and engage with stakeholders.

News and press releases

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Vattenfall launches floating islands

Vattenfall is launching six floating islands in the Dalälven River downstream of the Älvkarleby hydropower station to favour breeding birds and fish, among other things.

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Vattenfall InCharge: Celebrating a milestone on World EV Day

Today, on World EV Day, we proudly celebrate a major achievement in the journey towards fossil freedom. Today in Vattenfall’s E-mobility markets, Sweden, Germany and the Netherlands, electri...

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Offshore wind power and passive fishing – the active way to use space

As offshore wind farms expand to power the green transition, the competition for ocean space is intensifying among many users—from fisheries to shipping and conservation.

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We engage with our stakeholders to understand their concerns and expectations on us.

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The sustainability policy and governance measures are part of our management system.

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Sustainability ratings are an increasingly important consideration for investors.

See also

A worker looking at wind turbine components at Hollandse Kust Zuid

Vattenfall has formulated a strategy to reach our goal of fossil freedom.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our success.

Frog's-eye view of a chimney stack at Idbäcksverket combined heat and power plant

Vattenfall is investing in a greater share of renewable generation.