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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

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Portland General Electric's score of 26 is higher than 52% 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 a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, although no Scope 1 or Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for this year. PGE's historical emissions data shows a significant reduction in total emissions over the years. In 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 5,859,714 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 50,205,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions of about 2,155,497,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a proactive approach to managing and reducing their carbon footprint. PGE has signed the Climate Pledge, committing to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This pledge, signed on 19 April 2021, aligns with their broader climate commitments and reflects their dedication to sustainability and climate action. Overall, PGE's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a focused effort to reduce their environmental impact while transitioning towards a more sustainable energy future.

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Scope 1
3,658,000
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Scope 2
9,541,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
571,618,000
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0,000,000,000
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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
Reduction Actions

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