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Generac Power Systems, Inc

Generac Power Systems, Inc., a leading provider of energy solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1959, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the power generation industry, particularly known for its innovative backup generators and renewable energy products. Generac's core offerings include residential and commercial generators, as well as energy storage systems, which are designed to ensure reliable power during outages. Their commitment to quality and performance has positioned them as a trusted name in the market, with notable achievements in expanding their product line to include smart home technology. With a strong focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, Generac continues to lead the way in providing dependable power solutions, making them a preferred choice for homeowners and businesses alike.

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29

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

Generac Power Systems, Inc's score of 29 is higher 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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Generac Power Systems, Inc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Generac Power Systems, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,131,070 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,388 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,338 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,763 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a total of about 46,575,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and a peak of approximately 12,991,390 kg CO2e in 2022. Generac's emissions profile indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for a substantial portion of their total emissions in 2021, reaching approximately 115,725,000 kg CO2e. This highlights the importance of addressing emissions across the entire value chain. Despite the detailed emissions data, Generac has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it may not yet have formalised strategies for significant emissions reductions. Overall, Generac Power Systems, Inc. is actively monitoring its carbon emissions, but further commitments and initiatives may be necessary to enhance its climate action efforts.

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6,153,000
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2,741,810
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Generac Power Systems, Inc'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. This request for Generac Power Systems, Inc 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.

Generac Power Systems, Inc 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
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