Sustainability

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 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.

Sustainability report

Our sustainability report is part of the annual report.

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UN sustainable development goals

Our strategy reflects the UN Sustainable Development goals. Six of these goals have been identified as most relevant to the company.

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News and press releases

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Vattenfall sets circular economy target for permanent magnets

Vattenfall has announced its commitment to achieving 100% circular outflow of permanent magnets from their wind farms decommissioned from 2030 onwards. This initiative marks Vattenfall as th...

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Anna Borg, CEO Vattenfall

Anna Borg: “We need to shift the focus to the possibilities”

On 24 September Vattenfall is hosting an open seminar on how bad news fatigue can be avoided when communicating around climate change. Anna Borg, CEO and President of Vattenfall, shares her ...

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The messages that make people want action on climate change

People around the world want their governments to take action to address climate change. But while overall support is high, it does not always translate into the same level of public backing...

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Related content

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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

Children on a mountain near Stockholm

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

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We have decided to make the biggest leap yet to reduce the impact of climate change.

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.