Evergy Sustainability Profile
Evergy, Inc., a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and primarily serves customers across Kansas and Missouri. Founded in 2018 through the merger of Westar Energy and Great Plains Energy, Evergy has quickly established itself as a leader in providing reliable electricity and innovative energy solutions. The company focuses on delivering sustainable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes renewable energy sources, energy efficiency programmes, and advanced grid technologies. Evergy's commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement sets it apart in the competitive utility industry. With a strong market position, Evergy has received recognition for its efforts in clean energy initiatives and customer service excellence, making it a trusted choice for millions of households and businesses.
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Evergy's score of 53 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Evergy's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Evergy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,644,649,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2,943,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 7,511,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 23,429,233,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,409,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 8,659,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The trend indicates a commitment to reducing emissions across all scopes. Evergy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero CO2e emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2045. This long-term target was established in 2023 and underscores the company's dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company is currently on track to meet its two-year goals, demonstrating proactive measures in its emissions reduction strategy. Overall, Evergy's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a significant focus on reducing its carbon footprint while transitioning towards a more sustainable energy future.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,716,109,000 | 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 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Evergy'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.
Evergy 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.
