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PPL Corporation

PPL Corporation, a leading energy company headquartered in the United States, has been a significant player in the utility sector since its founding in 1920. With a strong presence in Pennsylvania, Texas, and the UK, PPL operates primarily in the electric and natural gas industries, providing reliable energy solutions to millions of customers. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering a range of services that include electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. PPL's unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources sets it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include its recognition for operational excellence and customer service, solidifying its position as a trusted energy provider. With a focus on delivering value and efficiency, PPL Corporation continues to shape the future of energy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does PPL Corporation'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.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

PPL Corporation's score of 29 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

76%

PPL Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, PPL Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,088,137,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 25,085,753,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from direct operations, and approximately 21,258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. The company also recorded Scope 3 emissions, which included business travel and employee commuting, contributing to their overall carbon footprint. PPL Corporation has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon emissions, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has been actively reporting its emissions data, which reflects a general trend of decreasing emissions over the years. For instance, emissions in 2022 were about 26,885,354,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in 2023. PPL's emissions data highlights the importance of transparency in corporate climate commitments, as they continue to monitor and report their carbon footprint. The company is positioned within the energy sector, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
60,736,086,000
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Scope 2
89,732,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PPL Corporation's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. PPL Corporation is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

PPL Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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