Atmos Energy Sustainability Profile
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.
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Atmos Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Atmos Energy reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion amounting to approximately 21,542,376,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products also at about 21,542,376,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a slight decrease from 2019, where Scope 1 emissions were around 23,609,151,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were the same. Over the years, Atmos Energy has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with 2018 emissions recorded at approximately 23,454,023,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and Scope 3, and 2017 emissions at about 19,479,172,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a lack of formalised commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Atmos Energy's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are sourced directly from the company itself. The absence of Scope 2 emissions data suggests a potential area for further reporting and transparency. Overall, while Atmos Energy has made strides in tracking its emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,166,615,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 20,166,615,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Atmos Energy's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 7% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Atmos Energy'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.
Atmos Energy 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.
