Eneco strengthens its sustainable course with new shareholders
With Mitsubishi Corporation and Chubu Electric Power as its new shareholders, Eneco can further expand on the execution of its sustainable strategy aimed at the growth of sustainable energy assets, energy supply and innovative services, in the Netherlands and internationally.
Ecovadis gives gold
The international Ecovadis platform assesses companies’ performance in the areas of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). We have been awarded the Gold CSR Rating. This means that when it comes to CSR, we are among the top 7% of companies assessed in this area. With regard to our sustainable procurement policy, we are even among the top 4% in our sector. The Ecovadis method allows companies and organisations to compare suppliers with regard to sustainability, environmental performance and various social and ethical aspects. In this context, the platform refers to a number of international CSR standards as set down in the Global Reporting Initiative, United Nations Global Compact and ISO 26000.
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Eneco helps people with payment problems
The Nederlandse Schuldhulproute (organization that helps people with debts) was launched on 30 October in the presence of Queen Máxima and CEO Ruud Sondag. Business, government and debt relief organizations work together to help people get a better grip on their financial and personal situation.
Eneco number one in customer contact
Consumentenbond (Consumers Association) investigated the waiting times and accessibility of customer service in the period May-July 2019. Eneco was compared with eight other energy suppliers. With a 7.9, we are rated the best. Our digital contact - e-mail and social media - even scores a 9.8.
Eneco financial results improve yet further
Eneco further improved its financial results in 2018, following strong growth in 2017. The operating result (EBIT) increased to € 162 million in 2018 (2017: € 158 million). Turnover increased by 25%. Profit after taxes has shown a clear increase to € 136 million (2017: € 127 million).
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Eneco in the top 10
Sustainable Brand Index 2019
The Sustainable Brand Index is Europe’s largest brand study on sustainability. This study has been held in the Netherlands for the third time. A survey was held among 6,000 consumer about 167 brands. The study looks at how sustainable the brands are perceived to be. Tony Chocolonely is regarded to be most sustainable. Eneco is in 9th place. Within the energy category, Eneco is second, after Greenchoice.
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CDP assesses Eneco with better-than-average score
At the initiative of investors, the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) has been approaching listed companies for more than 15 years to share their climate footprint in public. This allows investors to better estimate risks. In 2018, Eneco voluntarily participated in the Climate Change program for the second time. The CDP rated Eneco with a B score. That is better than the average in the sector (C) and better than the European average (B-).
ESG score 76: Eneco among the best 15%
Our current ESG score at Sustainalytics is 76 out of a maximum of 100 points. With this ESG score we are seen as an "outperformer" and we are among the best 15%. Sustainalytics is a global player in assessing companies on sustainability at the request of investors. ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance and is a globally recognised way to assess companies on their corporate behaviour.
Ruud Sondag, CEO of Eneco about the 2018 annual figures
"We can realise our sustainable strategy by sharpening our focus on our activities and putting our customers’ needs first in everything we do. This will enable Eneco to further develop in the coming years into a customer-focused company that excels in its services and supply of clean and smart products."
Eneco helps customers make the switch
With our mission: everyone's sustainable energy, we help customers make the switch to clean, smart and sustainably-generated energy. Eneco offers accessible and affordable solutions for consumers and companies.
- We cooperate with Energie In Huis, a company that makes existing houses more sustainable.
- We are improving charging services for electric vehicles and have started various partnerships, including with Jaguar Landrover Benelux.
- We are introducing Eneco StukjeZon® for customers who are unable to have their own solar panels installed.
- An example of an integrated approach is the partnership with Rotterdam Ahoy. As well as solar panels, a thermal smart grid is being constructed and we will be installing charging points for electric vehicles.
Eneco enables cleaner driving
The government would like all new cars to be electric by 2030. However, only 1 in 100 vehicles on the road today is electric. So there’s a lot of work to be done. Eneco eMobility helps smart charging, easy, accessible and sustainable for home and office.
If you order a charging station from Eneco, we take care of the entire process for you: from installation to processing the charging costs. Our smart services also come with a guarantee of 100% green energy.
Read moreIf you order a charging station from Eneco, we take care of the entire process for you: from installation to processing the charging costs. Our smart services also come with a guarantee of 100% green energy.
