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.
-7 vs industry average
Pinnacle West Capital’s score of 7 is lower than 26% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electricity from Other Sources is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity from Other Sources industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pinnacle West Capital's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Pinnacle West Capital reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 10.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 158.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Pinnacle West Capital has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no significant reduction achievements reported. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from any parent organisation. Overall, Pinnacle West Capital's climate strategy currently lacks defined reduction goals, which may limit its ability to effectively address climate change impacts in the energy sector.
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Pinnacle West Capital’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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