Duke Energy
Duke Energy Corporation, a leading energy company in the United States, is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Established in 1904, Duke Energy has evolved into a major player in the electric utility industry, serving millions of customers across the Carolinas, Florida, and the Midwest. The company focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, with a strong commitment to renewable energy sources and sustainability. Duke Energy's core services include electric power generation, natural gas distribution, and energy efficiency programmes, setting it apart with its innovative approach to clean energy solutions. Notably, the company has made significant strides in reducing carbon emissions and expanding its renewable energy portfolio. With a robust market position, Duke Energy is recognised for its reliability and commitment to customer service, making it a trusted name in the energy sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Duke Energy'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Duke Energy's score of 37 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Duke Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Duke Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 72,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 413,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 6,800,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and 4,300,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Over the years, Duke Energy has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2021, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 77,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 430,400,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on managing direct emissions and energy-related activities. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports, Duke Energy continues to engage in various sustainability efforts aimed at mitigating climate change impacts. The company’s emissions data reflects a broader industry trend towards transparency and accountability in carbon management, aligning with global climate commitments.
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| 2005 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 139,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 427,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,728,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
Duke Energy is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
