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.
DitchCarbon Score
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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Pinnacle West Capital's score of 25 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 emissions, alongside 91,739,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions as per the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data shows a trend in carbon intensity, with the carbon dioxide emissions per megawatt-hour (MWh) from owned generation reported at approximately 323.86 kg CO2e in 2022. This figure reflects the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its carbon footprint, although no significant reduction targets have been established. Pinnacle West Capital's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which are critical for understanding the company's overall impact on climate change. The absence of specific reduction commitments suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards and global climate goals.
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Add to project| 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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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.
Pinnacle West Capital is not committed to any 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.
