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.
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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.
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PPL Corporation's score of 61 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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PPL Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, PPL Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,094,395,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 26,517,613,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and fugitive emissions, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,611,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 5,586,000 kg CO2e, which encompass business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. PPL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in overall carbon emissions from 2010 levels by 2040, with interim targets of 70% by 2035 and 80% by 2040. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero CO2e emissions by 2050. Specific near-term goals include reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 levels by 2030 and decreasing energy use in buildings by 28% from 2019 levels by 2030. PPL's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets and is on track to meet its interim goals.
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| 2010 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,924,814,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 89,732,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,597,157,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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PPL Corporation is participating in some 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.
