Public Profile

Platte River Power Authority

Platte River Power Authority (PRPA), headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of wholesale electricity, serving the communities of Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont, and Estes Park in Colorado. Established in 1973, PRPA has made significant strides in the energy sector, focusing on sustainable and reliable power generation. Operating within the public power industry, Platte River Power Authority is committed to delivering innovative energy solutions, including renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Their unique approach to energy management and commitment to environmental stewardship sets them apart in the market. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and sustainability, PRPA has achieved notable milestones, including a significant reduction in carbon emissions and a robust portfolio of clean energy projects. This positions them as a forward-thinking leader in the evolving energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Platte River Power Authority'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

16

Industry Benchmark

Platte River Power Authority's score of 13 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Platte River Power Authority's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, Platte River Power Authority reported emissions data indicating a focus on carbon emissions from its power generation facilities. The emissions factors for their Rawhide and Craig power plants were approximately 945.74 kg CO2e per MWh and 1039.63 kg CO2e per MWh, respectively. However, specific total emissions figures for that year were not disclosed. Currently, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Platte River Power Authority, suggesting a need for clearer commitments in addressing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions data further highlights the potential for improvement in their climate strategy. As the energy sector increasingly prioritises sustainability, Platte River Power Authority may benefit from establishing measurable reduction goals to align with industry standards and enhance their environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Platte River Power Authority's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Platte River Power Authority is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Platte River Power Authority 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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