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Dairyland Power Cooperative Sustainability Profile

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Dairyland Power Cooperative, often referred to simply as Dairyland, is a prominent electric utility cooperative headquartered in the United States. Established in 1941, it primarily serves rural areas across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois, providing reliable and affordable electricity to its member-owners. As a leader in the energy sector, Dairyland Power focuses on generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, with a commitment to sustainable practices and innovative energy solutions. The cooperative is known for its diverse energy portfolio, which includes renewable sources such as wind and solar, setting it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Dairyland Power Cooperative has achieved significant milestones in energy efficiency and community engagement, reinforcing its dedication to serving its members while promoting environmental stewardship.

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How does Dairyland Power Cooperative'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Dairyland Power Cooperative's score of 20 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dairyland Power Cooperative's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Dairyland Power Cooperative reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.74 billion kg CO2e. This total comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 2.68 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 51.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 163.1 million kg CO2e. Dairyland Power Cooperative has set ambitious long-term climate commitments. For Scope 1 emissions, the cooperative aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the United States' broader strategy to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, for Scope 2 emissions, the cooperative is committed to transitioning to 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2035, as announced by President Biden. These initiatives reflect Dairyland Power Cooperative's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to climate action efforts. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Dairyland Power Cooperative.

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2022
Scope 1
2,675,731,000
Scope 2
51,289,000
Scope 3
163,132,000

How Carbon Intensive is Dairyland Power Cooperative's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dairyland Power Cooperative's primary industry is Electricity Transmission, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dairyland Power Cooperative'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 Dairyland Power Cooperative is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dairyland Power Cooperative'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.

Dairyland Power Cooperative 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
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