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Austin Energy

Austin Energy, a leading public utility based in the United States, has been serving the Austin area since its establishment in 1895. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company operates primarily within the energy sector, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, Austin Energy offers a diverse range of services, including energy efficiency programmes and innovative solar solutions. The utility has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first in the nation to implement a comprehensive green energy initiative. With a strong market position, Austin Energy is recognised for its efforts in sustainability and customer service, making it a pivotal player in the transition towards a cleaner energy future. Its unique offerings and dedication to community engagement set it apart in the competitive energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Austin 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 Electricity Transmission 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Austin Energy's score of 13 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Austin Energy's reported carbon emissions

Austin Energy, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Without concrete figures or defined goals, it is challenging to assess their current emissions profile or progress towards climate objectives. However, the absence of data does not diminish the importance of climate action within the energy sector, where companies are increasingly expected to adopt transparent practices and set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As the industry evolves, Austin Energy may still be engaging in efforts to align with broader climate commitments and sustainability practices.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Austin Energy's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Austin Energy is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Austin Energy is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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