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.
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.
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Pg And E's score of 40 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,264,900,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,730,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 290,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 39,446,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 33,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,290,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 80,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 38,750,000,000 kg CO2e. PG&E has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% from 2015 levels by 2030. This target is part of California's broader goal to achieve a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. Additionally, PG&E is committed to electrifying its vehicle fleet by 2030, targeting 100% electrification of its light-duty fleet, 10% of its medium-duty fleet, and 5% of its heavy-duty fleet. The company is also aligned with California's economy-wide carbon neutrality goal by 2045, with plans for net negative emissions thereafter. PG&E's initiatives reflect a commitment to addressing climate change and supporting state climate goals, although it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. All emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from PG&E Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 1,440,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 |
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.
Pg And E 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.

Common questions about Pg And E's sustainability data and climate commitments