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
Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission 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.
Industry Benchmark
PowerGrid's score of 19 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
PowerGrid's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PowerGrid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 363,391,000 kg CO2e, comprising 123,830,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 239,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 361,315,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2024, PowerGrid's emissions further decreased to approximately 361,315,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 73,497,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 270,872,000 kg CO2e. This trend indicates a focus on improving operational efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. PowerGrid's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, although it currently lacks specific science-based targets or formal climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments.
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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 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.
