Exelon Sustainability Profile
Exelon Corporation, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2000, Exelon has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on electricity generation and distribution, as well as energy efficiency solutions. The company operates across several major regions, including the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest, serving millions of customers. Exelon is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes nuclear, solar, and wind energy, setting it apart in the competitive energy market. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Exelon has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the largest operators of nuclear power plants in the country. Its strong market position is underscored by numerous accolades for environmental stewardship and reliability in energy delivery.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Exelon's score of 70 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Exelon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Exelon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising 434 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 58 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 79.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 89.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 448 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 65 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 84.5 billion kg CO2e. Exelon has committed to significant climate action through its "Path to Clean Strategy," aiming to reduce Scope 1 and 2 operations-driven greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment reflects a long-term vision for sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company has also participated in the EPA Methane Challenge, targeting the replacement of 2% of its cast iron and unprotected steel piping annually until 2045, further demonstrating its commitment to reducing emissions across its operations.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,578,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,676,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 118,070,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Exelon'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.
Exelon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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