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Northern Gas Networks
Natural Gas LiquidsUnited Kingdom
Last verified 5 months agonortherngasnetworks.co.uk
Northern Gas Networks (NGN), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the natural gas liquids industry. Established in 2005, NGN operates primarily across the North of England, delivering essential gas services to millions of customers. The company focuses on the transportation and distribution of natural gas, ensuring safety and reliability in its operations.
With a commitment to innovation, NGN has implemented advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Notable achievements include significant investments in infrastructure and a strong emphasis on customer service, positioning the company as a trusted provider in the sector. As a key player in the UK’s energy landscape, Northern Gas Networks continues to drive progress in natural gas distribution while prioritising sustainability and community engagement.
23
DitchCarbon score
+6 vs industry average
Northern Gas Networks’s score of 23 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Natural Gas Liquids is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.868
20182025
The Natural Gas Liquids industry has reduced its overall emissions by 16% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Northern Gas Networks's reported carbon emissions
Northern Gas Networks (NGN) is committed to significant carbon emission reductions. For the reporting year 2024, NGN reported total emissions of approximately 332.3 million kg CO2e. This breaks down into approximately 308.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined (market-based) and approximately 24.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Scope 1 emissions in 2024 were approximately 308.2 million kg CO2e, with process emissions making up about 5.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based approach, were approximately 9,000 kg CO2e, while the location-based approach reported approximately 654,000 kg CO2e. Within Scope 3 for 2024, significant categories include purchased goods and services at approximately 13.6 million kg CO2e, and capital goods at approximately 7.3 million kg CO2e.
In the previous reporting year, 2023, total emissions were approximately 21.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for 2023 were approximately 1.2 million kg CO2e, with stationary combustion contributing about 324.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were approximately 20.4 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for about 12.2 million kg CO2e and capital goods for approximately 6.5 million kg CO2e.
For 2022, total emissions were approximately 22.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 1.4 million kg CO2e, with stationary combustion at around 359.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2022 totalled approximately 20.8 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services at approximately 14.6 million kg CO2e and capital goods at about 6.2 million kg CO2e.
NGN has set ambitious targets, including achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 business carbon emissions by the end of the 2030/31 financial year. Additionally, they aim to reduce emissions by 29% by 2030. These targets are in line with a long-term commitment to be a net-zero carbon emissions business (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2045.
It is noted that the emissions data for Northern Gas Networks is cascaded from Northern Gas Networks Limited, its current subsidiary, with the cascade level being 1.
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Northern Gas Networks’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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