WEC Energy Group, commonly referred to as WEC Energy, is a leading energy provider headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota. Founded in 1896, the company has evolved into a major player in the utility industry, focusing on electric and natural gas distribution, as well as renewable energy solutions. WEC Energy Group is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy practices, offering a diverse range of services that include electric generation, transmission, and distribution, alongside natural gas services. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as significant investments in renewable energy projects, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to cleaner energy sources. With a strong market presence and a reputation for reliability, WEC Energy continues to play a vital role in powering communities while prioritising environmental stewardship.
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In 2022, WEC Energy Group reported carbon emissions of approximately 18,871,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources in the US. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to monitoring and managing greenhouse gas emissions. The company has also disclosed emissions data for 2021, which included 21,676,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 82,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Globally, WEC Energy's emissions have shown a trend of reduction over the years, with total emissions decreasing from about 33,334,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to approximately 29,391,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018, and further down to about 25,148,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in the available data. WEC Energy's climate commitments appear to focus on transparency in emissions reporting, but there are no specified reduction targets or pledges outlined in the provided information. The company continues to engage in efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Scope 1 | 35,700,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Wec 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.