Public Profile

CPS Energy

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does CPS 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.

23

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

CPS Energy's score of 23 is higher than 61% 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 2023, CPS Energy reported carbon emissions of approximately 26,063,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 29,408,007,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 15,974,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of emissions. CPS Energy has made strides in reducing its carbon intensity over the years. Notably, since 1997, the company has achieved a reduction of about 4.6% in CO2 intensity per megawatt-hour (MWh) of energy generated. In 2006, their total emissions included approximately 30,354,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 417,500,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 19,128,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3), showcasing the scale of their operations and the associated emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented in their recent reports, CPS Energy continues to focus on improving its carbon intensity and overall sustainability practices. The company is actively engaged in addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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417,500,000
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19,128,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. CPS Energy is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 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.

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

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