Southern Company Gas, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and primarily operates across the southeastern region. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in natural gas distribution, serving millions of customers with reliable energy solutions. Specialising in natural gas services, Southern Company Gas offers a range of products, including residential and commercial gas supply, pipeline transportation, and storage solutions. Its commitment to safety and innovation sets it apart in the industry, ensuring efficient and environmentally responsible energy delivery. With a strong market position, Southern Company Gas has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and advancements in technology. The company continues to focus on sustainable practices, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted energy provider in the region.
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In 2023, Southern Company Gas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 79,544,734,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 79,264,124,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 280,610,000 kg CO2e (market-based). This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, where in 2022, no emissions data was disclosed. In prior years, Southern Company Gas reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, and 1,300,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports, Southern Company Gas continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The company has not set any formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which may reflect an area for future development in their sustainability strategy.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Southern Company Gas 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.