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Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Berkshire Hathaway Energy, a subsidiary of the renowned Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1999, the company has grown significantly, primarily operating in the United States and parts of Canada. It focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity and natural gas, with a commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Berkshire Hathaway Energy is known for its diverse portfolio, which includes renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in clean energy infrastructure, positioning itself as a leader in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a strong emphasis on reliability and innovation, Berkshire Hathaway Energy continues to enhance its market position while contributing to a sustainable future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Berkshire Hathaway Energy's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Berkshire Hathaway Energy's score of 18 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Berkshire Hathaway Energy's reported carbon emissions

Berkshire Hathaway Energy reported a total of approximately 9,630,756,000 kg CO2e in emissions for the year 2021, a significant reduction from about 10,792,100,000 kg CO2e in 2005. This indicates a positive trend in their efforts to lower carbon emissions over the years. The emissions data for 2022 is currently unavailable, but the company has provided emissions intensity figures for electricity generation, with a reported intensity of 447 kg CO2e per MWh for owned generation in 2022. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments, Berkshire Hathaway Energy is actively engaged in initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. The company has not disclosed any formal science-based targets or climate pledges, but its historical emissions data suggests a commitment to improving sustainability practices. As a major player in the energy sector, Berkshire Hathaway Energy's ongoing efforts to reduce emissions are crucial in the context of global climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Berkshire Hathaway Energy's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Berkshire Hathaway Energy is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Berkshire Hathaway Energy is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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