Pg And E
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a leading utility provider in the United States, is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1905, PG&E has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily serving Northern and Central California. The company is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including electricity and natural gas distribution, as well as renewable energy solutions. With a commitment to sustainability, PG&E has made significant strides in integrating clean energy into its operations, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a greener economy. Notable achievements include extensive investments in infrastructure and safety measures, enhancing reliability for millions of customers. As a trusted energy provider, PG&E continues to innovate, focusing on customer service and environmental stewardship in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Pg And E'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
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Industry Benchmark
Pg And E's score of 16 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pg And E's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PG&E Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,730,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 290,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 39,360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, PG&E has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with a peak of approximately 54,390,000 kg CO2e in 2015. The company has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although it has not set a net-zero target. As of August 2022, PG&E is classified as "Committed" to near-term reduction targets, indicating a proactive stance towards addressing climate change. However, specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. PG&E operates within the Electric Utilities and Independent Power Producers sector, which includes fossil, alternative, and nuclear energy sources. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions profile while navigating the complexities of the energy sector in the United States.
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Add to project| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,180,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,440,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 23,480,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
Pg And E 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.
