AGL Energy
AGL Energy Limited, commonly known as AGL, is a leading Australian energy company headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. Founded in 1837, AGL has evolved into a major player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on electricity generation, natural gas supply, and renewable energy solutions. The company operates extensively across Australia, with significant activities in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. AGL is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, offering a diverse range of products and services, including electricity plans, gas services, and innovative energy solutions tailored to residential and business customers. With a strong emphasis on transitioning to renewable energy, AGL has made notable strides in reducing carbon emissions and investing in solar and wind projects. As one of Australia's largest energy retailers, AGL continues to shape the future of energy in the region, maintaining a prominent market position and a reputation for reliability and innovation.
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AGL Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, AGL Energy reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 32,912,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 264,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and 25,300,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 33,200,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects AGL's global operations, with a revenue of approximately USD 9.06 billion. In 2023, AGL's emissions were similarly substantial, with Scope 1 emissions at about 34,800,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 442,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 25,000,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 35,200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. AGL Energy has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded data from any parent organization, and its emissions data is sourced directly from AGL Energy Limited. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy.
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| 2013 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,236,411,020 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 309,616,110 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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