Mercury Nz
Mercury NZ Limited, commonly referred to as Mercury, is a leading energy company headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1998, Mercury has grown to become a significant player in the renewable energy sector, primarily focusing on hydroelectric power generation and retail electricity services. With major operations across the North Island, the company is committed to sustainability and innovation in energy solutions. Mercury's core offerings include electricity generation from renewable sources, energy retailing, and a range of energy management services. What sets Mercury apart is its dedication to harnessing New Zealand's natural resources, particularly water, to produce clean energy. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a strong market position as one of the top electricity retailers in the country, recognised for its commitment to environmental stewardship and customer service excellence.
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How does Mercury Nz'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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Mercury Nz's score of 57 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mercury Nz's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mercury NZ reported total carbon emissions of approximately 349,055,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 213,645,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 632,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled about 137,159,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from the use of sold products and business travel. Mercury NZ has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to comprehensive climate action. The company has been actively working on reducing its emissions intensity, particularly in relation to New Zealand's grid electricity, which has shown a decreasing trend over the years. Overall, Mercury NZ's climate commitments and emissions data highlight its proactive approach to sustainability and its goal of minimising its carbon footprint in the energy sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 265,212,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 300,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 500,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Mercury Nz 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.
