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 score of 3 is lower than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, South Jersey Industries reported approximately 99,000 kg CO2e in fugitive methane emissions from its infrastructure, while in 2023, this figure was about 53,000 kg CO2e. The company’s emissions data for 2022 revealed a total of 135,230,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 40,765,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 2,615,489,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services. Over the years, South Jersey Industries has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not cascaded any emissions data from a parent organisation, and all reported figures are derived directly from South Jersey Industries, Inc. The company’s focus on addressing its emissions, particularly in the context of fugitive methane, aligns with industry standards for climate accountability, although further details on specific climate pledges or SBTi targets remain unspecified.
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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 |
South Jersey Industries's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 12% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
South Jersey Industries 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.
