Wec Energy
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Wec 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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Wec Energy's score of 13 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wec Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, WEC Energy Group reported carbon emissions of approximately 6,527,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, specifically from stationary combustion. This marks a significant focus on reducing their carbon footprint, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. Historically, the company has shown a trend in emissions, with total emissions of about 21,676,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, which included both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions for the same year were approximately 21,676,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were about 82,000,000 kg CO2e. WEC Energy has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or reduction initiatives, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. The company operates within the energy sector, which is under increasing pressure to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2005 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
