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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In 2024, AGL Energy reported total global emissions of approximately 32,912,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 32,912,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 264,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 25,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including both direct and indirect emissions. AGL's emissions intensity for operated and contracted generation was reported at 845 kg CO2e per MWh. The company has not specified any reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. In the Australian context, AGL's reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2024 were approximately 33,220,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the company's significant operational footprint. The absence of specific reduction targets suggests that AGL may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations. Overall, AGL Energy's emissions data underscores the importance of transparency in climate commitments, while the lack of defined reduction initiatives presents an opportunity for the company to strengthen its environmental performance and leadership in the energy sector.
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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 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
AGL Energy has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
