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Atmos Energy

Atmos Energy Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of natural gas distribution services. Founded in 1906, the company has established a strong presence across several major operational regions, including Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming. Atmos Energy focuses on delivering safe and reliable natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, making it a key player in the energy sector. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Atmos Energy offers unique services such as pipeline safety and energy efficiency programmes. The company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its safety practices and community engagement initiatives. As a trusted name in the natural gas industry, Atmos Energy continues to enhance its market position through strategic investments and a dedication to customer service.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Atmos Energy's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Atmos Energy's score of 13 is lower 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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Atmos Energy's reported carbon emissions

As of 2020, Atmos Energy reported significant carbon emissions, specifically 21,542,376,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products. This figure reflects a decrease from previous years, with emissions of approximately 23,654,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and about 23,454,023,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The company has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or climate pledges. Atmos Energy's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their focus on reducing emissions associated with their products. However, without specific reduction initiatives or targets outlined, the company's overall climate strategy remains somewhat unclear. The absence of detailed climate commitments highlights the need for further transparency in their environmental impact and sustainability efforts.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Atmos Energy's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Atmos Energy is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Atmos Energy 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.

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

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