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CPS Energy Sustainability Profile

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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.

25

Industry Benchmark

CPS Energy's score of 15 is lower than 79% 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 monitor and manage its carbon emissions, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 are not disclosed. The carbon intensity has shown a progressive reduction from about 13.61 kg CO2e/MWh in 2021 and 11.34 kg CO2e/MWh in 2020, indicating a commitment to decreasing emissions over time. 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 long-term commitment to sustainability is evident in their operational practices, although further details on specific initiatives or future targets are not available. Overall, while CPS Energy's emissions data is limited, their focus on reducing carbon intensity demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the energy sector.

How Carbon Intensive is CPS Energy's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CPS Energy's primary industry is Electricity from Other Sources, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is CPS Energy's Location?

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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.

CPS Energy's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

CPS Energy has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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