Southwest Gas Holdings
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Southwest Gas, is a prominent utility company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1931, the company primarily operates in the natural gas distribution sector, serving millions of customers across Arizona, Nevada, and California. With a commitment to delivering safe and reliable natural gas services, Southwest Gas has distinguished itself through its innovative infrastructure and customer-focused solutions. The company offers a range of services, including residential and commercial gas distribution, as well as energy efficiency programmes that promote sustainable practices. Recognised for its operational excellence, Southwest Gas Holdings has achieved significant milestones in safety and customer satisfaction, solidifying its position as a leader in the natural gas industry.
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Southwest Gas Holdings's score of 12 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Southwest Gas Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Southwest Gas Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 390,208,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 384,608,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 6,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, which recorded approximately 375,224,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from about 6,144,730 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Notably, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by Southwest Gas Holdings, which may limit their commitment visibility in the context of industry standards. Overall, while Southwest Gas Holdings has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of reduction initiatives or targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action and transparency in their sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 376,348,140 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,597,020 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Southwest Gas Holdings is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
