Ameren
Ameren Corporation, commonly referred to as Ameren, is a leading energy company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 1902, Ameren operates primarily in the Midwestern United States, serving millions of customers across Illinois and Missouri. The company is a key player in the electric and natural gas utility industry, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of energy. Ameren's core services include reliable electricity and natural gas delivery, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has made significant strides in renewable energy integration, positioning itself as a forward-thinking utility provider. Notable achievements include substantial investments in clean energy projects and a strong emphasis on customer service. With a robust market presence, Ameren continues to lead in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship, making it a trusted choice for energy solutions in the region.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ameren's score of 35 is higher than 71% 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 Corporation reported approximately 24.97 million tonnes CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 81,222 tonnes CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and about 21.48 million tonnes CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions, with a notable focus on Scope 3, which includes emissions from the use of sold products and upstream transportation. Over the years, Ameren has made significant strides in reducing its emissions. For instance, from 2017 to 2022, Scope 1 emissions decreased from about 30.30 million tonnes CO2e to approximately 24.97 million tonnes CO2e, showcasing a commitment to cleaner energy practices. The company has also been actively involved in various sustainability initiatives, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed in the provided data. Ameren's emissions intensity for owned generation was reported at 613 gCO2e/kWh in 2023, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce the carbon intensity of their energy production. The company has received various scores from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), reflecting its transparency and commitment to climate action, with a score of B- in 2021 and B in 2022. Overall, Ameren's climate commitments are evident through its emissions reporting and reduction initiatives, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and climate responsibility.
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Add to project2005 | 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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Ameren is committed to some 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.
