San Diego Gas And Electric
San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), a subsidiary of Sempra Energy, is a leading utility provider headquartered in San Diego, California. Established in 1881, SDG&E has evolved to serve over 3.6 million customers across San Diego and southern Orange counties, making it a pivotal player in the energy sector. The company operates primarily in the electric and natural gas industries, offering a range of services that include energy delivery, renewable energy solutions, and energy efficiency programmes. SDG&E is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, with significant investments in clean energy technologies and infrastructure. Notable achievements include being at the forefront of California's transition to renewable energy, positioning SDG&E as a market leader in innovative energy solutions. With a focus on reliability and customer service, SDG&E continues to shape the future of energy in the region.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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San Diego Gas And Electric's score of 3 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
San Diego Gas And Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,280,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,159,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 82,800,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 7,038,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2018, saw SDG&E's emissions at about 8,640,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,640,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 184,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 7,540,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by SDG&E. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where significant emissions reductions are essential for addressing climate change. As such, SDG&E's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint remains a critical focus for future sustainability efforts.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,640,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 184,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,540,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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San Diego Gas And Electric 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.
