Phoenix
Phoenix, officially known as the City of Phoenix, is a prominent urban centre located in the United States, serving as the capital of Arizona. Founded in 1881, it has evolved into a key player in various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The city is renowned for its innovative approach to urban development and sustainability, making it a hub for businesses and residents alike. Phoenix is distinguished by its diverse range of services, from advanced healthcare facilities to cutting-edge technology firms. The city’s commitment to fostering a vibrant economy has led to significant milestones, such as the establishment of numerous start-ups and the expansion of major corporations. With a strong market position, Phoenix continues to attract talent and investment, solidifying its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking metropolis.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Phoenix's score of 27 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Phoenix's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Phoenix reported total carbon emissions of approximately 287,850,000 kg CO2e. The emissions breakdown includes about 6,618,097,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and approximately 148,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically related to waste generated in operations. This represents a decrease from 2018, when total emissions were about 304,066,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,771,674,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from waste at around 153,948,000 kg CO2e. In 2016, total emissions were about 316,170,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8,004,808,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from waste at about 160,003,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a gradual reduction in total emissions over the years, although specific reduction targets or commitments have not been disclosed. Phoenix's emissions data is sourced from the City of Phoenix, Arizona, and does not inherit data from any parent organisation. The organisation has not established any formal climate pledges or SBTi reduction targets, indicating a potential area for future commitment in climate action.
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| 2012 | 2016 | 2018 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 8,624,917,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 117,800,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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.
Phoenix 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.
