Public Profile

British Gas Energy

British Gas Energy, a leading energy provider headquartered in Great Britain, has been a cornerstone of the UK energy market since its establishment in 1986. With a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales, the company operates within the utilities sector, focusing on electricity and gas supply, as well as energy services. Renowned for its commitment to customer service and innovation, British Gas Energy offers a range of products, including smart meters and energy efficiency solutions, designed to empower consumers in managing their energy consumption. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first to introduce smart technology to the residential market, solidifying its position as a trusted energy supplier. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, British Gas Energy continues to lead the way in the evolving energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does British Gas 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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas Electricity 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.

6

Industry Benchmark

British Gas Energy's score of 8 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Gas Energy's reported carbon emissions

British Gas Energy, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their carbon emissions or climate action strategies. However, as a major player in the energy sector, British Gas Energy is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints. The company may be involved in broader industry efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but specific details on their initiatives or targets are not provided.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Gas Energy's primary industry is Electricity by gas, which is high 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. British Gas Energy is headquartered in GB, 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.

British Gas 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.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact

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