Pse
PSE, or Puget Sound Energy, is a leading utility company headquartered in Bellevue, Washington. Established in 1997, PSE serves over 1.1 million customers across the Pacific Northwest, primarily in Washington State. The company operates in the energy sector, focusing on electric and natural gas services, and is committed to sustainable energy solutions. PSE is recognised for its innovative approach to renewable energy, offering a diverse range of products and services, including energy efficiency programmes and clean energy initiatives. Notable achievements include significant investments in wind and solar power, positioning PSE as a key player in the transition to a greener energy future. With a strong market presence, PSE continues to lead in customer satisfaction and environmental stewardship within the utility industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Pse'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
Pse's score of 24 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pse's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PSE reported carbon emissions totalling approximately 7.3 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1, 12.1 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, and about 11.9 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 5.3 million tonnes CO2e in 2022 and Scope 2 emissions increasing from approximately 10.5 million tonnes CO2e. In 2022, PSE's emissions included around 5.3 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1, 10.5 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, and about 10.3 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 3. The trend indicates a growing carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the use of sold products and fuel-related activities. PSE has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Overall, PSE's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and strategies to address their increasing carbon footprint across all scopes.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,809,552,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 229,949,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,692,966,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Pse 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.
