Clean Energy Fuels
Clean Energy Fuels Corp., commonly referred to as Clean Energy, is a leading provider of natural gas fuel for vehicle fleets in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Newport Beach, California, the company has established itself as a key player in the clean energy sector, focusing on the development and distribution of renewable natural gas (RNG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) solutions. With a commitment to sustainability, Clean Energy Fuels offers innovative products and services that cater to various industries, including transportation and logistics. Their unique RNG offerings significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, positioning the company as a pioneer in the transition to cleaner fuels. Notable achievements include the establishment of a vast network of refuelling stations and partnerships with major fleet operators, solidifying their market position as a trusted leader in the clean energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Clean Energy Fuels's score of 22 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Clean Energy Fuels's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clean Energy Fuels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,632,385,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 53,761,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,632,385,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all scopes. Over the years, Clean Energy Fuels has demonstrated a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, their total emissions were about 1,412,976,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,140,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 64,411,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the total emissions were approximately 1,643,592,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions from 2021 to 2022. The company has signed the Amazon Climate Pledge as of May 31, 2021, showcasing its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. Overall, Clean Energy Fuels is actively engaging in climate commitments while continuing to monitor and report its carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and accountability.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,012,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,715,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,078,377,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Clean Energy Fuels 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.
