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.
How does Clean Energy Fuels'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.
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Clean Energy Fuels's score of 19 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Clean Energy Fuels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,640,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 53,761,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 1,632,385,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 8,140,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 64,411,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 1,547,579,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The 2021 figures were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,269,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 56,211,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1,643,592,000 kg CO2e. Clean Energy Fuels has signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, committing to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This pledge underscores their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives but demonstrates a proactive approach to sustainability through its participation in industry climate commitments. Their emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring the integrity of their climate reporting.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,012,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 2,069,176,000 | 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 participating in some 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.
