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Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated

Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated, commonly known as HEPCO, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Sapporo, Japan. Established in 1952, the company primarily serves the Hokkaido region, delivering reliable electricity to millions of residents and businesses. HEPCO operates within the energy sector, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric power. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions, incorporating renewable resources into its portfolio. HEPCO's unique approach to energy management and innovation has positioned it as a key player in Japan's evolving energy landscape. With a strong emphasis on customer service and environmental responsibility, Hokkaido Electric Power Company continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a trusted energy provider in the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated'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.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

Industry Benchmark

Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated's score of 33 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 629,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 1,410,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a commitment to lowering direct emissions. The company's Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as fuel and energy-related activities (596,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (27,000 kg CO2e), also reflect significant contributions to their overall carbon footprint. Hokkaido Electric Power has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets. However, their ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions demonstrate a recognition of the importance of climate commitments in the energy sector. Overall, Hokkaido Electric Power's emissions data highlights both the challenges and progress in their journey towards sustainability and reduced carbon impact.

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202220232024
Scope 1
1,410,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
100
000
000
Scope 3
475,000
000,000
000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Incorporated 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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