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Pse

PSE, or Puget Sound Energy, is a leading utility company headquartered in the United States, specifically in Bellevue, Washington. Founded in 1997, PSE has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily serving the Pacific Northwest region. The company focuses on providing electricity and natural gas services, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. PSE is recognised for its diverse energy portfolio, which includes renewable energy sources such as wind and solar, setting it apart in the competitive utility market. With a strong emphasis on customer service and community engagement, PSE has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in clean energy initiatives. As a trusted provider, PSE continues to enhance its market position while striving for a greener future.

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32

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Pse's score of 32 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Pse's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, PSE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,331,385,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 12,094,607,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 10,863,150,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 5,309,390,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 5,690,748,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 4,809,552,000 kg CO2e in 2020. PSE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 100% non-emitting electric supply by 2045, aligning with Washington State’s Clean Energy Transformation Act (CETA). This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating PSE's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and transitioning to sustainable energy sources. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing its environmental impact. PSE's emissions intensity, measured in relation to revenue, reflects ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with industry standards.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
4,809,552,000
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Scope 2
229,949,000
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00,000,000,000
Scope 3
8,692,966,000
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00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pse'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. This request for Pse is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Pse 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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