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New York Power Authority

The New York Power Authority (NYPA), headquartered in White Plains, New York, is a leading public power utility in the United States. Established in 1931, NYPA plays a pivotal role in the energy sector, primarily focusing on the generation and transmission of electricity across New York State. With a commitment to sustainability, NYPA operates a diverse portfolio of hydroelectric, solar, and wind energy facilities, making it a key player in the transition to renewable energy. As the largest state public power organisation in the country, NYPA has achieved significant milestones, including the development of innovative energy efficiency programmes and smart grid technologies. Its core services not only provide reliable electricity but also promote energy conservation and environmental stewardship. NYPA's dedication to clean energy solutions positions it as a leader in the industry, contributing to New York's ambitious climate goals and enhancing the resilience of the state's energy infrastructure.

DitchCarbon Score

How does New York 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.

16

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

New York Power Authority's score of 16 is lower than 77% 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 York Power Authority's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) reported carbon emissions of approximately 2,678,013,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 790,612,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2021, their emissions were about 2,793,375,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 161,933,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The data indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2021 to 2022. NYPA has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other formal climate pledges. However, the authority is committed to enhancing sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint through various operational improvements and investments in renewable energy sources. Overall, NYPA's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions, aligning with broader industry trends towards sustainability and climate resilience.

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Scope 1
1,884,871,000
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Scope 2
1,573,209,000
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Scope 3
390,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. New York Power Authority's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is low 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 York Power Authority is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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New York Power Authority 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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