Electricity North West
Electricity North West Limited, commonly referred to as Electricity North West, is a leading electricity distribution network operator based in Great Britain. Established in 2005, the company serves a significant portion of the North West region, including major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool. Operating within the electricity nec (not elsewhere classified) industry, Electricity North West is dedicated to delivering reliable and sustainable electricity services to over 2.4 million customers.
The company’s core offerings include the maintenance and development of the electricity distribution network, ensuring efficient power supply and innovative solutions for energy management. Notably, Electricity North West has achieved recognition for its commitment to sustainability and customer service excellence, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a focus on modernising infrastructure and enhancing grid resilience, Electricity North West continues to lead the way in the electricity distribution sector.
+28 vs industry average
Electricity North West’s score of 43 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electricity from Other Sources is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity from Other Sources industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Electricity North West's reported carbon emissions
Electricity North West (GB) is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2038. For the fiscal year ending March 2024, the company reported total emissions of approximately 14.4 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of around 5.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 5.1 million kg CO2e.
The company has set Science Based Targets (SBTi) and commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 63% by FY2035 from a FY2020 baseline. Furthermore, Electricity North West aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 63% within the same timeframe, covering categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting. They also aim for 41% of their suppliers (covering purchased goods and services and capital goods) to set science-based targets by FY2026.
In line with these commitments, Electricity North West has previously set targets to be a net-zero carbon emissions business (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2045 and a 29% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. These targets are sourced from reports such as their Annual Report and Financial Statements and CDP Supply Chain data.
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Electricity North West’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2038
This innovative project will serve as a blueprint for future…
This innovative project will serve as a blueprint for future projects, helping us fulfil our ambition to be Net Zero by 2038.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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