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.
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TRANSPOWER's score of 36 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Transpower reported total carbon emissions of approximately 169,485,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,452,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from fugitive emissions (3,109,000 kg CO2e), and 107,851,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are associated with electricity use. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 58,182,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (25,225,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Transpower's emissions were slightly lower, totalling around 162,883,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 6,452,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 111,572,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 44,859,000 kg CO2e. Transpower has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no cascading emissions data from parent organisations. The company is actively monitoring its emissions across all scopes, but currently lacks formal commitments to reduction targets or industry-standard initiatives such as SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative). Overall, Transpower's emissions profile reflects a significant reliance on electricity, with ongoing efforts to manage and report emissions transparently.
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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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TRANSPOWER 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.