Long Island Power Authority
The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), headquartered in Uniondale, New York, is a leading provider of electric utility services in the United States. Established in 1986, LIPA serves over 1.1 million customers across Long Island and the Rockaways, playing a crucial role in the region's energy landscape. As a public power authority, LIPA focuses on delivering reliable electricity while promoting sustainability and energy efficiency. Its core services include electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, with a commitment to renewable energy initiatives that set it apart in the industry. LIPA has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of solar and wind energy into its grid, positioning itself as a pioneer in clean energy solutions. With a strong market presence, LIPA continues to innovate, ensuring a resilient and environmentally responsible energy future for its customers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Long Island Power Authority'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.
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Long Island Power Authority's score of 17 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Long Island Power Authority's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) reported a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 0.23 kg CO2e per dollar of gross regional product, based on a revenue of about USD 3.9 billion. This figure indicates the emissions associated with their operations, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, or 3 are not disclosed. Comparatively, in 2010, LIPA's emissions intensity was approximately 0.27 kg CO2e per dollar of gross regional product, suggesting a slight improvement over the decade. However, LIPA has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed any significant climate commitments, which limits the ability to assess their long-term climate strategy. Overall, while LIPA has shown some progress in emissions intensity, the lack of detailed emissions data and formal reduction initiatives highlights an area for potential growth in their climate commitments.
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Long Island Power Authority is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
