TRANSPOWER
Transpower New Zealand Limited, commonly referred to as Transpower, is a leading electricity transmission company headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand. Established in 1994, Transpower plays a crucial role in the energy sector, operating the national electricity grid and ensuring the reliable delivery of electricity across the country. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Transpower provides essential services that include grid management, system operation, and infrastructure development. The company is recognised for its commitment to maintaining a secure and efficient electricity supply, which is vital for New Zealand's economic growth and environmental goals. Transpower's strategic initiatives and investments in technology have positioned it as a key player in the energy market, contributing to the transition towards renewable energy sources. Its notable achievements include enhancing grid resilience and supporting the integration of renewable energy projects, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
TRANSPOWER's score of 34 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
TRANSPOWER's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Transpower, headquartered in New Zealand, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 162,883,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,452,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily consist of fugitive emissions, and 111,572,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, mainly from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled about 44,859,000 kg CO2e, encompassing various categories such as capital goods and employee commuting. In 2022, Transpower's emissions were higher, at approximately 218,293,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,535,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 169,318,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 44,440,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a notable reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, Transpower has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while they are actively monitoring emissions, there may be opportunities to enhance their climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 204,699,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,084,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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TRANSPOWER 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.
