Ameren
Ameren Corporation, commonly referred to as Ameren, is a leading energy company headquartered in the United States, specifically in St. Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1902, Ameren has established itself as a key player in the utility industry, providing electricity and natural gas services to millions of customers across Illinois and Missouri. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Ameren focuses on delivering reliable energy solutions while investing in renewable resources and modern infrastructure. The company’s core services include electric transmission and distribution, natural gas distribution, and energy efficiency programmes, setting it apart through its dedication to customer service and environmental stewardship. Recognised for its efforts in clean energy initiatives, Ameren has achieved significant milestones in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing grid resilience, solidifying its position as a trusted energy provider in the region.
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Ameren'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.
Ameren's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Ameren reported carbon emissions of approximately 24,969,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 81,222,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 21,483,697,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Over the years, Ameren has demonstrated a trend of reducing its emissions. For instance, in 2017, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 30,300,376,000 kg CO2e, which decreased to approximately 24,969,134,000 kg CO2e by 2022. This indicates a reduction of about 17% in Scope 1 emissions over five years. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented in their reports. Ameren's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon footprint are crucial in the context of the energy sector's transition towards sustainability. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, with a reported intensity of 613 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023. Overall, Ameren's emissions data and commitment to climate action reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, although further defined targets would enhance their sustainability strategy.
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| 2005 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,419,673,000 | 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 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ameren 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.
