Pinnacle West Capital
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation, commonly referred to as Pinnacle West, is a prominent energy holding company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1985, the company primarily operates in the electric utility sector, serving a vast customer base across Arizona and other key regions. Pinnacle West is best known for its subsidiary, Arizona Public Service (APS), which provides reliable electricity to millions of residents and businesses. The company is committed to sustainable energy solutions, focusing on renewable resources and innovative technologies that set it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Pinnacle West has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in clean energy initiatives and infrastructure development. Its dedication to customer service and environmental stewardship underscores its reputation as a leader in the energy sector.
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How does Pinnacle West Capital'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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Pinnacle West Capital's score of 27 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Pinnacle West Capital's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Pinnacle West Capital reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,665,061,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 91,739,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, with significant contributions from mobile combustion and stationary combustion in Scope 1, and purchased electricity in Scope 2. For the year 2021, Pinnacle West Capital's emissions were approximately 11,329,468,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 112,162,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and included various components in Scope 3, such as fuel and energy-related activities, which accounted for about 2,971,655,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Pinnacle West Capital has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further action in aligning with industry standards for climate accountability and sustainability. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2005 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,661,531,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Pinnacle West Capital 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.
