Tennessee Valley Authority
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally owned corporation, is headquartered in the United States and primarily serves the Tennessee Valley region. Established in 1933, TVA has played a pivotal role in the development of the area, focusing on energy production, flood control, and economic development. As a leader in the utility industry, TVA provides electricity to over 10 million people across Tennessee and parts of six surrounding states. TVA's core services include the generation of electricity from diverse sources such as hydroelectric, nuclear, and renewable energy, setting it apart with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Notable achievements include its role in modernising the energy landscape and contributing to regional economic growth. With a strong market position, TVA continues to be a vital force in promoting environmental stewardship and enhancing the quality of life for the communities it serves.
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Tennessee Valley Authority's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,375,939,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents a decrease from 2022, when emissions were about 48,813,755,000 kg CO2e, comprising 41,184,773,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 122,840,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 57,573,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The TVA has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes for 2022 and 2021, with total emissions in 2021 at about 45,630,413,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, TVA has not set specific reduction targets or commitments through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that TVA operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. TVA's emissions intensity for purchased generation was reported at 302 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023, reflecting its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint. The TVA continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, although specific reduction initiatives or pledges have not been detailed in the available data.
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| 2008 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,190,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Tennessee Valley Authority 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.
