Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Southwest Gas, is a prominent utility company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1931, the company primarily operates in the natural gas distribution sector, serving millions of customers across Arizona, Nevada, and California. With a commitment to delivering safe and reliable natural gas services, Southwest Gas has distinguished itself through its innovative infrastructure and customer-focused solutions. The company offers a range of services, including residential and commercial gas distribution, as well as energy efficiency programmes that promote sustainable practices. Recognised for its operational excellence, Southwest Gas Holdings has achieved significant milestones in safety and customer satisfaction, solidifying its position as a leader in the natural gas industry.
How does Southwest Gas Holdings'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.
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Southwest Gas Holdings's score of 9 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Southwest Gas Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 381,770,460 kg CO2e, comprising about 375,223,730 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 6,144,730 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2021, when the company recorded approximately 374,870,540 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 366,516,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 7,643,540 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the value chain. Furthermore, Southwest Gas Holdings has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor has it participated in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) that would typically guide emissions reduction strategies. Overall, while Southwest Gas Holdings has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of reduction targets and initiatives indicates a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 376,348,140 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,597,020 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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.
Southwest Gas Holdings 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.
