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Electricity Distribution
US
updated 10 days ago

MidAmerican Energy Company

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MidAmerican Energy Company, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and primarily serves customers across Iowa, Illinois, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a leader in providing reliable electricity and natural gas services, focusing on sustainable energy solutions. With a commitment to renewable energy, MidAmerican Energy is notable for its extensive investment in wind energy, making it one of the largest producers of wind-generated electricity in the nation. The company’s core offerings include electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, alongside natural gas services, all designed to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Recognised for its innovative approach and dedication to sustainability, MidAmerican Energy Company continues to enhance its market position, contributing significantly to the transition towards a cleaner energy future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does MidAmerican Energy Company'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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Distribution 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

MidAmerican Energy Company's score of 8 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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MidAmerican Energy Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company

MidAmerican Energy Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., which may influence its climate strategies and reporting practices. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, MidAmerican Energy Company is part of a broader corporate family that includes Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company, which may have its own climate commitments and performance metrics. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been identified for MidAmerican Energy at this time. As a subsidiary, MidAmerican Energy's climate initiatives may align with those of its parent company, but detailed information on reduction initiatives or specific targets is not available. The company appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments, and further disclosures may be anticipated in future reporting cycles.

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2017
Scope 1
66,445,657,000
Scope 2
67,918,340,000
Scope 3
68,371,960,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. MidAmerican Energy Company's primary industry is Distribution and trade services of electricity, which is very high 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. This request for MidAmerican Energy Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

MidAmerican Energy Company 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.

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

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