Allete
Allete, Inc., a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, and operates primarily across the United States. Founded in 1906, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on sustainable energy solutions and utility services. Allete is renowned for its commitment to clean energy, particularly through its subsidiary, Minnesota Power, which provides electricity to a diverse customer base in northern Minnesota. The company’s core offerings include electric and natural gas services, as well as renewable energy projects, such as wind and solar power. Allete's dedication to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a leader in the transition to a cleaner energy future. With a strong market presence and a history of strategic growth, Allete continues to achieve notable milestones in the energy industry, reinforcing its reputation as a forward-thinking utility provider.
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Allete's score of 18 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Allete's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Allete reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,725,923,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 30,153,490 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 14,501,040 kg CO2e. The company's emissions have seen significant fluctuations over the years, with a notable decrease from about 4,422,373,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to the 2022 figure. In 2021, Allete's total emissions were approximately 2,788,434,000 kg CO2e, which included Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 45,555,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for improvement in transparency regarding its sustainability goals. For 2023, while specific emissions data is not available, the company reported an emissions intensity of approximately 483 kg CO2e per MWh for its owned generation. Looking ahead to 2024, Allete anticipates Scope 1 emissions of about 29,828,700 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 13,998,180 kg CO2e. Overall, Allete's emissions trajectory reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although further details on specific reduction strategies and targets would enhance its climate accountability.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Allete 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.
