APA Sustainability Profile
APA Group, headquartered in Australia, is a leading energy infrastructure company that plays a pivotal role in the gas and electricity sectors. Founded in 2000, APA has established itself as a key player in the energy market, with significant operations across Australia, particularly in the eastern and southern regions. The company focuses on the development and operation of essential energy assets, including gas pipelines, power generation facilities, and renewable energy projects. APA's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, as it continually seeks to enhance its service offerings while supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. With a robust portfolio and a strong market position, APA Group has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its pipeline network and investments in renewable energy initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the energy industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
APA's score of 42 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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APA's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, APA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 543,917,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for the majority at 543,917,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including about 213,459,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and approximately 238,590,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. In 2023, APA's emissions were slightly higher, totalling around 598,218,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions again being the largest contributor at 598,218,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions included approximately 325,956,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and about 205,675,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. For the Australian operations in 2023, APA reported total emissions of about 24,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 20,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions from business travel were reported at about 6,876,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, APA has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not currently participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has no documented reduction targets. All emissions data is sourced directly from APA Group, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,241,632,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 367,387,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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APA's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
APA's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 36% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.
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APA's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
APA has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
