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.
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Industry Benchmark
Clean Energy Fuels's score of 25 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Clean Energy Fuels's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clean Energy Fuels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, alongside a significant Scope 3 total of about 1,632,385,000 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 8,875,000 kg CO2e, with mobile combustion contributing approximately 1,429,000 kg CO2e and fugitive emissions accounting for about 4,927,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions totalled around 53,761,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased electricity, which was about 10,423,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw Scope 1 emissions of about 8,140,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 64,411,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 1,547,579,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions and a decrease in Scope 2 emissions year-on-year. Clean Energy Fuels has committed to climate action by signing the Amazon Climate Pledge on 31 May 2021, demonstrating their dedication to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability within the industry. However, no specific reduction targets have been disclosed as part of their initiatives. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are sourced directly from Clean Energy Fuels Corp. This commitment to transparency and accountability in emissions reporting aligns with industry standards and reflects their ongoing efforts to address climate change.
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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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