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New Jersey Resources

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New Jersey Resources Corporation, commonly referred to as NJR, is a prominent energy services company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1981, NJR has grown to become a key player in the natural gas and energy sector, primarily serving New Jersey and surrounding regions. The company operates through various subsidiaries, focusing on natural gas distribution, energy services, and renewable energy solutions. NJR's core offerings include natural gas distribution, energy efficiency programmes, and solar energy initiatives, setting it apart with a commitment to sustainability and customer service. With a strong market position, NJR has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in renewable energy projects, reinforcing its dedication to a cleaner energy future. As a trusted provider, New Jersey Resources continues to innovate and lead in the evolving energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does New Jersey Resources'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.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

New Jersey Resources's score of 31 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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New Jersey Resources's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, New Jersey Resources (NJR) reported zero emissions in the US, with no recorded Scope 1 or Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant achievement in their commitment to reducing carbon emissions. In the previous year, 2022, NJR's emissions were approximately 50,068,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 163,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 50,231,000 kg CO2e. Historically, NJR has shown a downward trend in emissions. For instance, in 2021, the company reported approximately 51,115,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 3,332,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 54,447,000 kg CO2e. This reduction aligns with their ongoing climate commitments, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. NJR's emissions data reflects their efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint, contributing to broader climate goals. The company continues to focus on improving its environmental performance while maintaining operational efficiency.

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Scope 1
116,919,000
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Scope 2
3,332,000
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0,000,000
000,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. New Jersey Resources's primary industry is Electricity nec, 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. New Jersey Resources is headquartered in US, 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.

New Jersey Resources 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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