Cms Energy
CMS Energy Corporation, headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, is a leading energy provider in the United States, primarily serving the Midwest region. Founded in 1886, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Operating through its principal subsidiaries, Consumers Energy and CMS Enterprises, the company focuses on electric and natural gas utility services, renewable energy development, and energy efficiency programmes. CMS Energy is recognised for its innovative approach to integrating clean energy sources, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a more sustainable energy future. With a strong market presence and a dedication to customer service, CMS Energy has received accolades for its efforts in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy reliability, solidifying its reputation as a responsible energy leader.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cms 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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cms Energy's score of 28 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cms Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, CMS Energy reported carbon emissions of approximately 3,601,445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources and about 1,782,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 sources. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled around 43,078,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 22,652,002,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, CMS Energy has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company achieved a significant reduction in emissions, with Scope 1 emissions dropping to approximately 3,265,919,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at about 10,797,000 kg CO2e. This trend continued into 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were reported at around 3,366,919,000 kg CO2e, indicating ongoing efforts to lower their environmental impact. Despite these reductions, CMS Energy has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing emissions across all scopes, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Get Started| 2009 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 18,196,261,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 44,330,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Cms 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.
