Powercor
Powercor Australia Pty Ltd, commonly known as Powercor, is a leading electricity distribution company headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria. Established in 1995, Powercor operates primarily in regional and metropolitan areas of Victoria, serving over 1.1 million customers. The company is a key player in the energy sector, focusing on the distribution of electricity and the maintenance of a reliable power network. Powercor's core services include the management of high-voltage electricity infrastructure and the provision of innovative energy solutions. Notably, the company has made significant strides in integrating renewable energy sources into its grid, enhancing sustainability and efficiency. With a strong commitment to safety and customer service, Powercor has positioned itself as a trusted provider in the Australian energy market, recognised for its operational excellence and community engagement.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Powercor's score of 12 is lower than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Powercor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Powercor reported carbon emissions of approximately 891,000 tonnes CO2e, a significant reduction from about 988,000 tonnes CO2e in 2022. This downward trend continues from 2021, when emissions were around 1,018,000 tonnes CO2e, and 2020, which saw emissions of about 1,083,000 tonnes CO2e. The data indicates a consistent effort to lower emissions over the years, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 emissions, particularly from mobile combustion, which dropped from about 10,096 tonnes CO2e in 2022 to approximately 9,989 tonnes CO2e in 2023. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments outlined in their climate initiatives, Powercor's ongoing emissions reduction reflects a commitment to addressing climate change and improving sustainability practices. The company is actively working towards minimising its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Powercor is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
