Edison
Edison, officially known as Edison International, is a leading energy company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across California and other regions. Founded in 1887, Edison has established itself as a key player in the utility industry, focusing on electric power generation, transmission, and distribution. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering a range of services that include renewable energy solutions and advanced grid technologies. Edison's unique approach to integrating clean energy sources has positioned it as a frontrunner in the transition towards a more sustainable energy future. With a strong market presence and a history of notable achievements, Edison continues to drive advancements in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship, making it a pivotal force in the evolving energy landscape.
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Edison's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Edison reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,700,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 8,600,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 800,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,600,000,000 kg CO2e. Edison has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels by 2030 across Scope 1 and Scope 2. Additionally, they target a long-term goal of achieving 100% carbon-free power in retail sales by 2045, with a projected 95% reduction in total GHG emissions from delivered power by 2045 compared to 2005 levels. These initiatives are overseen by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and align with California's broader climate goals. Edison's emissions data is sourced from Edison International, ensuring transparency and accountability in their climate reporting.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,500,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 16,900,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Edison 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.
