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Portland General Electric

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Portland General Electric (PGE), headquartered in the United States, is a leading utility provider primarily serving the Portland metropolitan area and surrounding regions. Founded in 1888, PGE has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, offering a range of renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power. PGE's innovative approach to energy efficiency and customer service has positioned it as a trusted provider in the Pacific Northwest. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and environmental stewardship, Portland General Electric continues to achieve notable milestones in the transition to a cleaner energy future.

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26

Industry Average

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42

Industry Benchmark

Portland General Electric's score of 26 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Portland General Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Portland General Electric (PGE) reported carbon emissions of approximately 40,963,000 kg CO2e, specifically from Scope 2 emissions, which pertain to purchased electricity. This figure reflects PGE's ongoing commitment to monitoring and managing its carbon footprint. Historically, PGE's emissions have varied, with significant figures recorded in previous years. For instance, in 2021, the company reported a total of 5,859,714,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 50,205,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and 2,155,497,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2020 were approximately 6,863,709,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of substantial emissions over the years. PGE has signed the Climate Pledge, committing to climate action and sustainability initiatives since April 19, 2021. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets disclosed under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal reduction initiatives. The company continues to focus on its emissions intensity, with a reported intensity of 420 kg CO2e per MWh for owned generation in 2023. PGE's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainability and climate responsibility.

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3,658,000
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Scope 2
9,541,000
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571,618,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Portland General Electric's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low 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 Portland General Electric is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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