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Drax Group is a British electrical power generation company that is committed to enabling a zero-carbon, lower-cost energy future. The company operates a portfolio of sustainable biomass, hydro-electric, and gas-fired power generation assets in the UK. Drax is also known for its innovative approach to carbon capture and storage technologies.

Sustainability

Drax is highly focused on sustainability and has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. The company has transitioned from coal to biomass, which has substantially lowered its carbon emissions. Drax is also involved in various sustainability initiatives, including the development of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) technology. This technology aims to remove more CO2 from the atmosphere than is produced, making it a negative emissions technology.

  • Drax has published comprehensive ESG reports detailing its environmental, social, and governance performance.
  • The company has received several sustainability accreditations and certifications, including ISO 14001 for environmental management.
  • Drax aims to become carbon negative by 2030, which means it will remove more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it emits.