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Otter Tail Corporation

Otter Tail Corporation, often referred to simply as Otter Tail, is a prominent energy and infrastructure company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1907, the corporation has established a strong presence in the Upper Midwest, particularly in Minnesota and North Dakota. Operating primarily in the electric utility sector, Otter Tail provides reliable energy solutions while also engaging in manufacturing and infrastructure services. The company is known for its commitment to sustainable energy practices and innovative solutions, including renewable energy projects that set it apart in the industry. With a diverse portfolio that includes electric generation, transmission, and distribution, Otter Tail Corporation has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the energy market. Its dedication to community engagement and environmental stewardship further enhances its reputation as a responsible corporate citizen.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Otter Tail Corporation'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.

13

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Otter Tail Corporation's score of 13 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Otter Tail Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Otter Tail Corporation reported a carbon emissions intensity of approximately 1000.0 kg CO2e per MWh of electricity generated. However, specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, or 3 are not disclosed. The company has not established any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of publicly available commitments towards reducing their carbon footprint. As a utility provider, Otter Tail Corporation operates within an industry increasingly focused on decarbonisation, yet their current emissions data and climate commitments remain unspecified.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Otter Tail Corporation's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, 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. Otter Tail Corporation 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.

Otter Tail Corporation 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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