United Energy
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.
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United Energy's score of 15 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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United Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 261,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of about 73,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes capital goods (approximately 45,801,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (about 8,964,000 kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 16,735,000 kg CO2e). United Energy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company has established a long-term target to achieve Net Zero for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, as outlined in their 2024 Sustainability Report. The emissions data is cascaded from United Energy Distribution Pty Limited, reflecting the company's commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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United Energy 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.
