South Jersey Industries
South Jersey Industries, often referred to as SJI, is a prominent energy services holding company headquartered in Folsom, New Jersey. Established in 1910, SJI has evolved into a key player in the natural gas and energy sector, primarily serving customers across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The company focuses on the distribution of natural gas, energy generation, and renewable energy solutions, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable energy practices. With a commitment to innovation, South Jersey Industries offers unique services such as energy efficiency programmes and renewable energy initiatives, catering to the growing demand for environmentally responsible energy solutions. Notable achievements include its recognition for excellence in customer service and its strategic investments in clean energy technologies, solidifying its market position as a forward-thinking energy provider.
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South Jersey Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, South Jersey Industries reported approximately 99,000 kg CO2e in fugitive methane emissions from its infrastructure, although specific scopes of emissions were not detailed. In 2023, the company recorded about 53,000 kg CO2e from similar sources. The most comprehensive data available is from 2022, where total emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 135,230,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 40,765,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services reaching approximately 2,615,489,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, it is committed to addressing its carbon footprint, as evidenced by its ongoing emissions reporting and transparency efforts. The emissions data is sourced directly from South Jersey Industries, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 101,792,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 232,741,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,339,710,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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South Jersey Industries 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.
