Direct Energy, LP, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leading provider of electricity, natural gas, and home services, catering to both residential and commercial customers. With a focus on innovative energy solutions, Direct Energy offers unique products such as fixed-rate energy plans and smart home services, designed to enhance customer convenience and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market presence and recognition for its commitment to customer service and sustainability. As a subsidiary of Centrica plc, Direct Energy continues to strengthen its position in the competitive energy market, consistently delivering value and reliability to its diverse clientele.
How does Direct Energy, LP'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.
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Direct Energy, LP's score of 66 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Direct Energy, LP, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of NRG Energy, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As part of its corporate family relationship with NRG Energy, Direct Energy, LP adheres to various climate initiatives and targets set by its parent company. These initiatives include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Climate Action 100+ initiative, all of which are cascaded from NRG Energy, Inc. at a level 1 relationship. While specific reduction targets or achievements for Direct Energy, LP are not detailed, the overarching commitments from NRG Energy, Inc. suggest a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing sustainability practices. The absence of direct emissions data highlights the need for further transparency in reporting, which is essential for stakeholders interested in the company's environmental impact and climate strategy.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 254,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
Direct Energy, LP's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 112% last year and decreased by approximately 81% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Direct Energy, LP 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.