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Electricity Distribution
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Archaea Energy Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Archaea Energy Inc., a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the production of renewable natural gas (RNG) from organic waste. With major operations across various regions in the US, Archaea Energy focuses on transforming landfill gas and agricultural waste into sustainable energy solutions. The company’s core offerings include RNG production and carbon reduction services, which are distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to environmental sustainability. Archaea Energy has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. As a pioneer in the RNG industry, Archaea Energy Inc. is dedicated to advancing the transition to cleaner energy sources while contributing to a circular economy.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Distribution 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Archaea Energy Inc.'s score of 34 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

63%

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Archaea Energy Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from BP p.l.c.

Archaea Energy Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a merged entity, and its climate commitments and performance data are cascaded from its parent company, BP p.l.c., at a cascade level of four. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures from Archaea Energy Inc., it is important to note that the company is part of a broader industry context where significant climate initiatives are being pursued. BP p.l.c., as the source organization for performance data, has been actively involved in various climate pledges and initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Archaea Energy Inc. has not publicly committed to specific Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. However, the company's affiliation with BP p.l.c. suggests a potential alignment with industry standards and practices focused on sustainability and emissions reduction. In summary, while Archaea Energy Inc. does not currently report specific emissions data or reduction targets, its relationship with BP p.l.c. indicates a commitment to addressing climate change within the energy sector.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000,000
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000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Archaea Energy Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Archaea Energy Inc.'s primary industry is Electricity Distribution, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Archaea Energy Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Archaea Energy Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Archaea Energy Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Archaea Energy Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 11% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
100%

Archaea Energy Inc.'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.

Archaea Energy Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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