United Energy, a prominent player in the Australian energy sector, is headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria. Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a key provider of electricity distribution services across the southeastern region of Australia, serving over 700,000 customers. Specialising in the delivery of reliable and sustainable energy solutions, United Energy focuses on enhancing the efficiency of its network while prioritising customer satisfaction. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation, particularly in integrating renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies. With a strong market position, United Energy has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in energy management and customer engagement initiatives. Its dedication to sustainability and operational excellence sets it apart in the competitive energy landscape.
How does United Energy's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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United Energy's score of 0 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, United Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 332,000,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from 426,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. This decline reflects a broader trend, as emissions decreased from 425,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 395,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The emissions data pertains to Scope 1 and 2, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, respectively. Despite these reductions, United Energy has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of formal targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy. Overall, the company is making progress in reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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United Energy 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.