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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
US
updated 17 days ago

Real Goods Solar, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Real Goods Solar, Inc., often referred to as RGS Energy, is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a leader in solar energy solutions, primarily focusing on residential and commercial solar installations across key operational regions in the US. RGS Energy offers a range of innovative solar products and services, including solar panel installations, energy efficiency solutions, and financing options tailored to meet diverse customer needs. What sets them apart is their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, backed by decades of industry experience. With a strong market position, Real Goods Solar has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering solar energy initiatives and contributing to the growth of sustainable energy practices. Their dedication to advancing solar technology continues to make them a trusted name in the industry.

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How does Real Goods Solar, Inc.'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Real Goods Solar, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Furthermore, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. This lack of data suggests that Real Goods Solar, Inc. may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or engage in industry-standard climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). As a result, the company's climate commitments remain unclear, and it does not inherit any emissions data from a parent or related organization.

How Carbon Intensive is Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Real Goods Solar, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Real Goods Solar, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Real Goods Solar, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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