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.
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Portland General Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Portland General Electric (PGE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,843,029,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,843,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 40,749,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,292,474,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's significant carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. PGE has made commitments to address climate change, having signed the Amazon Climate Pledge on 19 April 2021. This pledge signifies PGE's dedication to reducing its carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed in the provided data. Historically, PGE's emissions have shown variability, with Scope 1 emissions recorded at approximately 5,859,714,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and Scope 2 emissions at about 49,955,000 kg CO2e. The company has also reported emissions intensity figures, such as 420 kg CO2e per MWh for owned generation in 2023. Overall, while PGE has taken steps towards climate commitments, the absence of detailed reduction targets indicates an area for potential growth in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,795,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,647,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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