Nrg Energy
NRG Energy, Inc., a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across various regions, including Texas and California. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative energy solutions, focusing on renewable energy sources and sustainable practices. Specialising in electricity generation and retail, NRG Energy offers a diverse range of services, including power generation from solar, wind, and natural gas. Their commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions sets them apart in a competitive market. With significant achievements in clean energy initiatives, NRG Energy continues to enhance its market position, driving the transition towards a greener future.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Nrg Energy'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Nrg Energy's score of 38 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nrg Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NRG Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,375,429,000 kg CO2e in the US, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions, which totalled about 24,375,429,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 by 50% by 2025 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, using 2014 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects NRG's dedication to addressing climate change within the electric utilities sector. The company is actively working towards these targets, which encompass emissions from its operations and business travel, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability and carbon reduction.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 254,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Nrg Energy 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.
