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

Fossil-free fertilisers: A key to cutting carbon emissions

  We depend on fertilisers. Without them, half of us would probably starve. On the other hand, fertiliser production contributes to climate change. Luckily, fossil-free electricity and ...

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Vattenfall expands circular targets on wind turbine components

In 2021, Vattenfall committed to an immediate landfill ban and set a goal to recycle 50 per cent of all wind turbine blades from its owned farms by 2025, with a target of 100 per cent by 203...

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Climate change – can we overcome the bad news problem? Brussels Summit 2024. Tuesday 24th September - Online

Climate change – can we overcome the bad news problem?

An interactive event hosted in Brussels on 24 September will shine a light on attitudes towards news reporting and stakeholder communication about climate change. Bringing together leading f...

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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

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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.