Energy Queensland Sustainability Profile
Energy Queensland Limited, headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, is a leading energy provider in the Australian electricity sector. Established in 2016, the company emerged from the merger of several regional electricity distributors, positioning itself as a key player in the industry. Operating primarily across Queensland, Energy Queensland focuses on the distribution and retail of electricity, serving millions of customers with a commitment to reliability and sustainability. The company offers a range of services, including network management and innovative energy solutions, which distinguish it in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on renewable energy integration and community engagement, Energy Queensland has achieved significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted energy partner. Its dedication to enhancing energy efficiency and supporting local initiatives further solidifies its market position as a forward-thinking utility provider.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Energy Queensland'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
Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.
Industry Benchmark
Energy Queensland's score of 15 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Energy Queensland's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Energy Queensland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,810,681,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight increase from the previous year's emissions of about 1,768,438,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Energy Queensland is committed to significant emissions reductions as legislated by the Clean Economy Jobs Act 2024 (Qld). The Act sets a target to reduce emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030 and aims for a more ambitious 75% reduction by 2035. Furthermore, the organisation has pledged to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to climate action. These targets are crucial for aligning with global climate goals and reflect Energy Queensland's proactive approach to sustainability and carbon management.
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Energy Queensland'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.
Energy Queensland 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.
