Taiwan Power Company, commonly known as Taipower, is a leading electric utility provider headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan (TW). Established in 1946, the company has played a pivotal role in the development of Taiwan's energy infrastructure, serving major operational regions across the island. As a key player in the energy sector, Taipower focuses on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, with a commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. The company offers a diverse range of services, including renewable energy solutions, which distinguish it in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on reliability and efficiency, Taipower has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in nuclear and renewable energy technologies. Its position as a market leader is underscored by its dedication to meeting the growing energy demands of Taiwan while promoting environmental stewardship.
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Taiwan Power Company's score of 18 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Taiwan Power Company (TPC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 67,729,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 19,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 53,937,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 677,290,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the previous years, TPC's emissions have shown fluctuations. In 2022, the company emitted about 61,108,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and approximately 73,510,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, while Scope 1 emissions were around 16,730,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, emissions were significantly lower, with Scope 1 at about 13,771,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 74,461,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 728,906,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, TPC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not yet have formalised a strategy for significant reductions in line with global climate goals. Overall, TPC's emissions data highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and potential action to align with industry standards for carbon reduction and climate responsibility.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 98,480,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 5,934,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,089,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Taiwan Power Company 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.