Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (HEI) is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded in 1891, HEI has established itself as a leader in providing sustainable energy solutions across the Hawaiian Islands, including Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. The company operates primarily in the electric utility industry, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. HEI is renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, offering innovative services that include solar energy integration and energy efficiency programmes. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Hawaiian Electric Industries has made significant strides in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing grid reliability. As a key contributor to Hawaii's clean energy goals, HEI continues to solidify its market position through strategic initiatives and community engagement, making it a vital force in the transition to a greener future.
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Hawaiian Electric Industries's score of 53 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Hawaiian Electric Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6.64 billion kg CO2e, comprising 4.42 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 2.23 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions from power generation by 2045 or sooner. This long-term target is part of their broader strategy to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In the near term, Hawaiian Electric is also required to reduce GHG emissions by 16% below 2010 levels by 2020, as mandated by the State of Hawai‘i Act 234. This commitment reflects their proactive approach to sustainability and compliance with local regulations. Hawaiian Electric is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc., ensuring accuracy and accountability in their reporting and climate strategies.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,098,096,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 3,872,166,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Hawaiian Electric Industries's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 20% last year and decreased by approximately 42% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the primary emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Hawaiian Electric Industries 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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