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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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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Distribution industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Tennessee Valley Authority's score of 13 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 reflects the organisation's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. TVA's emissions profile includes significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. In 2022, TVA's Scope 1 emissions were about 41,184,773,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 122,840,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 57,573,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, TVA has seen fluctuations in its total emissions, with figures of approximately 48,813,755,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 45,630,413,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The organisation's emissions peaked at about 95,787,664,000 kg CO2e in 2005, indicating a long-term trend towards reducing its carbon output. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments, TVA continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tennessee Valley Authority's primary industry is Distribution and trade services of electricity, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Tennessee Valley Authority is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Tennessee Valley Authority 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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