PEA, or the Provincial Electricity Authority, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Thailand. Established in 1960, PEA has played a pivotal role in the country's energy sector, primarily serving the central and northern regions of Thailand. The company focuses on electricity distribution and management, ensuring reliable power supply to millions of customers. PEA is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering a range of services that include electricity distribution, maintenance, and customer support. Its unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, PEA has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology and energy efficiency initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking utility provider in Southeast Asia.
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In 2024, the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,386,487,790 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 173,839,230 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (approximately 88,806,790 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (about 35,867,780 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 3,512,650,400 kg CO2e, with purchased electricity accounting for approximately 93,304,400 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were significant, reaching about 16,710,850,500 kg CO2e, largely driven by fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 16,271,858,670 kg CO2e). In 2023, PEA's total emissions were approximately 20,006,435,540 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 143,182,420 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 4,303,321,380 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 15,559,931,740 kg CO2e. PEA has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. PEA's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its comprehensive emissions reporting across all three scopes, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate action.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 151,671,480 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,758,454,190 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 14,601,361,590 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
PEA's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 14% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
PEA has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
