Exelon
Exelon Corporation, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates primarily in the electric utility sector, serving millions of customers across major regions, including the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. Founded in 2000, Exelon has achieved significant milestones, including the merger with Constellation Energy in 2012, which expanded its footprint and capabilities. Exelon is renowned for its diverse portfolio of services, including electricity generation, distribution, and energy efficiency solutions. Its commitment to clean energy and innovation sets it apart in the industry, particularly through its investments in nuclear power and renewable energy sources. As one of the largest utility companies in the nation, Exelon has consistently been recognised for its operational excellence and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its position as a market leader in the energy sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Exelon'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
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Industry Benchmark
Exelon's score of 41 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Exelon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Exelon Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 89.7 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 478,000 tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and about 4.8 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, approximately 84.4 million tonnes, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as capital goods and fuel-related activities. Exelon has made significant strides in its climate commitments, achieving an A- score in the CDP Climate Change Report, indicating a strong commitment to transparency and action on climate issues. The company has not publicly set specific reduction targets but has demonstrated a consistent effort to improve its emissions intensity over the years. For instance, in 2020, Exelon reported a total of about 81.3 million tonnes CO2e, showing a gradual decrease in emissions intensity in subsequent years. Overall, Exelon's ongoing initiatives reflect a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices across its operations.
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Add to project2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 678,075,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,668,702,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Exelon is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
