Wec Energy
WEC Energy Group, commonly referred to as WEC Energy, is a leading energy provider headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota. Founded in 1896, the company has evolved into a major player in the utility industry, focusing on electric and natural gas distribution, as well as renewable energy solutions. WEC Energy Group is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy practices, offering a diverse range of services that include electric generation, transmission, and distribution, alongside natural gas services. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as significant investments in renewable energy projects, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to cleaner energy sources. With a strong market presence and a reputation for reliability, WEC Energy continues to play a vital role in powering communities while prioritising environmental stewardship.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Wec 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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Wec Energy's score of 13 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wec Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, WEC Energy Group reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions from stationary combustion amounting to approximately 6,527,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to monitoring and managing its carbon footprint. Historically, WEC Energy's emissions have shown a trend of reduction. For instance, in 2021, the company recorded total Scope 1 emissions of about 21,676,000,000 kg CO2e, alongside Scope 2 emissions of approximately 82,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions decreased to about 18,871,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a positive trajectory towards reducing their carbon output. Despite these reductions, WEC Energy has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of formal reduction commitments suggests that while the company is actively managing its emissions, it may not yet have set ambitious long-term goals in line with global climate standards. Overall, WEC Energy's emissions data highlights its efforts in carbon management, but further transparency regarding reduction targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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| 2005 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,700,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Wec 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.
