PowerGrid
PowerGrid Corporation of India Limited, commonly known as PowerGrid, is a leading player in the Indian power sector, headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana. Established in 1989, the company has significantly contributed to the development of the country's transmission infrastructure, operating across various regions including Northern, Eastern, and Western India. As a state-owned enterprise, PowerGrid focuses on the transmission of electricity and the development of a robust grid network. Its core services include high-voltage transmission, telecom services, and consultancy, distinguished by its commitment to reliability and efficiency. PowerGrid has achieved notable milestones, such as being the first Indian company to implement a nationwide synchronous grid. With a strong market position, PowerGrid is recognised for its innovative solutions and has received accolades for its operational excellence, making it a cornerstone of India's energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does PowerGrid's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
PowerGrid's score of 22 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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PowerGrid's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, PowerGrid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,497,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 270,872,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 361,315,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 123,830,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 239,561,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 363,391,000 kg CO2e. PowerGrid has set a significant climate commitment to derive 50% of its power requirements from non-fossil sources by 2025, aiming to reduce its Scope 2 emissions intensity. This initiative reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. Overall, PowerGrid's emissions data indicates a focus on sustainability and a commitment to transitioning towards cleaner energy sources, aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 93,727,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| 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.
PowerGrid is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
