Portland General Electric
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.
+6 vs industry average
Portland General Electric’s score of 38 is higher than 64% 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
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Portland General Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Portland General Electric (PGE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6.4 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises 6,412,964,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 39,314,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,062,153,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, PGE's total emissions were approximately 6.8 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 6,840,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 40,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,290,000,000 kg CO2e. PGE has committed to climate action by signing the Amazon Climate Pledge on April 18, 2021. This pledge signifies their dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices across its operations. PGE's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are independently sourced from Portland General Electric Company. The company continues to focus on transparency and accountability in its environmental impact reporting.
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Portland General Electric’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
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