Electricity Networks Corporation Sustainability Profile
Electricity Networks Corporation, commonly known as Western Power, is a leading electricity distribution network operator based in Australia. Headquartered in Perth, the company primarily serves the South West Interconnected System, covering a vast operational area that includes major urban and regional centres. Founded in 2000, Western Power has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, focusing on the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to over a million customers. The corporation is renowned for its commitment to innovation, offering unique services such as advanced metering and renewable energy integration. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and customer service, Western Power has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in infrastructure upgrades and smart grid technology. This positions the company as a vital contributor to Australia's energy landscape, ensuring a resilient and efficient electricity supply for future generations.
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Electricity Networks Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Electricity Networks Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 891,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,027,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 798,488,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 988,000,000 kg CO2e. The corporation has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year, and to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. These targets reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for sustainability. The organization has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Electricity Networks Corporation'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.
Electricity Networks Corporation 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.
