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CPS Energy

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CPS Energy, officially known as City Public Service Board of San Antonio, is a leading energy provider headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, USA. Established in 1942, the company has grown to serve a diverse customer base across the San Antonio metropolitan area and surrounding regions, making it a key player in the energy sector. Operating within the electric and natural gas industry, CPS Energy is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions and innovative technologies. The company offers a range of services, including electricity generation, natural gas distribution, and energy efficiency programmes, distinguishing itself through its focus on renewable energy sources and community engagement. With a strong market position, CPS Energy has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest municipally owned energy providers in the United States. Its dedication to reliability and customer service continues to set it apart in a competitive landscape.

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15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

CPS Energy's score of 15 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CPS Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, CPS Energy reported a carbon intensity of approximately 15.88 kg CO2e per megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity generated. This figure reflects the company's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon emissions, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 are not disclosed. The previous year's carbon intensity was about 13.61 kg CO2e/MWh, indicating a slight increase in emissions intensity. CPS Energy has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor disclosed any formal climate pledges. However, the company has made strides in reducing its carbon intensity since 1997, achieving a reduction of approximately 4.6% per MWh of energy generated. This historical context highlights CPS Energy's commitment to improving its environmental performance over time. The emissions data and carbon intensity figures are sourced directly from CPS Energy, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. As the company continues to evolve its strategies, it remains focused on enhancing its sustainability practices within the energy sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CPS Energy's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium 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. This request for CPS Energy is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

CPS Energy is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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