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Northwest Natural Holdings

Northwest Natural Holdings, commonly referred to as NW Natural, is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1859, the company has a rich history of providing natural gas services, primarily in the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon and Washington. Specialising in the distribution of natural gas, NW Natural is known for its commitment to safety, reliability, and sustainability. The company has made significant strides in integrating renewable energy solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the transition to cleaner energy sources. With a strong market presence and a focus on customer service, Northwest Natural Holdings has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its environmental initiatives and community engagement. Its core offerings not only meet the energy needs of residential and commercial customers but also reflect a dedication to innovative practices in the energy industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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5

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas/Diesel Oil 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Northwest Natural Holdings's score of 5 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Northwest Natural Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Northwest Natural Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 104,496,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 102,496,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 2,398,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2021, when emissions were about 100,913,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 97,113,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2,972,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to report on their emissions and sustainability efforts, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. Overall, Northwest Natural Holdings is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, but further details on reduction strategies or long-term climate pledges are not available at this time.

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Scope 1
97,499,000
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Northwest Natural Holdings's primary industry is Gas/Diesel Oil, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for Northwest Natural Holdings is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Northwest Natural 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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