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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Pinnacle West Capital's score of 21 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Pinnacle West Capital Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 12,665,061,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 91,739,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their operational impact on climate change, with both scopes disclosed, indicating a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. The absence of disclosed Scope 3 emissions indicates that they may not yet be addressing the full spectrum of their carbon footprint. Pinnacle West Capital's emissions data is sourced directly from their own disclosures, ensuring accuracy and relevance. As they continue to navigate the challenges of climate commitments, the focus on reducing their operational emissions will be crucial for aligning with global climate goals.
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2005 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.