Firstenergy
FirstEnergy Corporation, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. Established in 1997, the company has grown significantly through strategic mergers and acquisitions, positioning itself as a key player in the electric utility industry. FirstEnergy operates across several states, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes regions, serving millions of customers. The company focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, with a commitment to delivering reliable energy solutions. FirstEnergy is known for its innovative approach to energy efficiency and sustainability, offering a range of services that include renewable energy initiatives and advanced grid technologies. With a strong market presence, FirstEnergy has received recognition for its operational excellence and customer service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted energy partner.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Firstenergy's score of 25 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Firstenergy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, FirstEnergy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 150,888,540,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources, which include mobile combustion, fugitive emissions, and stationary combustion. The company also disclosed Scope 2 emissions of about 1,381,759,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching approximately 220,777,054,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fuel and energy-related activities. In 2022, FirstEnergy's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16,401,242,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 886,450,000 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 31,804,539,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry trends, where many utilities are under pressure to enhance their sustainability practices and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with global climate goals. Overall, FirstEnergy's emissions data highlights the significant challenges the company faces in addressing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which represent a substantial portion of its total emissions profile.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,519,279,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,230,946,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Firstenergy is not committed to any 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.
