Aep
American Electric Power (AEP), headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the energy sector, primarily focused on electric utility services. Founded in 1906, AEP has grown to serve millions of customers across 11 states, including major operational regions in the Midwest and the South. The company is renowned for its commitment to providing reliable electricity and innovative energy solutions, including renewable energy initiatives and advanced grid technologies. AEP's core services encompass generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, setting it apart with a strong emphasis on sustainability and customer engagement. With a robust market position, AEP has achieved significant milestones, including substantial investments in clean energy projects, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a more sustainable energy future.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.
Industry Benchmark
Aep's score of 31 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aep's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American Electric Power (AEP) reported carbon emissions of approximately 44,453,919,000 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 emissions. This figure reflects a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. Over the past few years, AEP's emissions have shown fluctuations, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 51,192,510,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, alongside Scope 2 emissions of approximately 349,935,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of about 41,759,164,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, AEP reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 56,179,500,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 323,580,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 35,589,477,000 kg CO2e. AEP has made strides in improving their emissions intensity, achieving a reduction in emissions per megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity generated, with figures dropping from 938.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2018 to 537.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2023. Despite these improvements, AEP has not set specific science-based targets or climate pledges, indicating a need for further commitment to formal reduction initiatives. Overall, AEP's emissions data highlights the company's ongoing efforts to address climate change while also revealing areas for potential growth in their sustainability commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 74,661,649,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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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.
Aep 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.
