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Electricity Transmission
US
updated 2 months ago

Direct Energy, LP Sustainability Profile

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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

66

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

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.

82%

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Direct Energy, LP's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from NRG Energy, Inc.

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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20142017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
60,000,000,000
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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
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
-
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00,000,000
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Direct Energy, LP's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Direct Energy, LP's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Direct Energy, LP'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 Direct Energy, LP is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Direct Energy, LP's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Business Travel
100%

Direct Energy, LP'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.

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.

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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