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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.

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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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Otter Tail Corporation's score of 13 is lower than 63% 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

Otter Tail Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it specify any reduction targets or initiatives. Without specific emissions figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or progress in reducing carbon emissions. The absence of detailed information suggests that further transparency may be needed regarding their climate commitments and strategies for addressing carbon emissions.

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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.

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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. This request for Otter Tail Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 participating in any of the initiatives that 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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