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Westinghouse Electric

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Westinghouse Electric Company, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1886, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and significant milestones in nuclear power and energy solutions. With a strong presence in North America and global operations, Westinghouse is renowned for its expertise in nuclear technology, providing services that include reactor design, fuel manufacturing, and plant operations. The company’s core offerings, particularly in the nuclear energy domain, are distinguished by their commitment to safety, reliability, and sustainability. Westinghouse Electric has established itself as a leader in the industry, contributing to the advancement of clean energy solutions. Its notable achievements include the development of the AP1000® reactor, which exemplifies cutting-edge technology and efficiency. As a trusted partner in the energy landscape, Westinghouse continues to shape the future of power generation.

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40

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30

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Westinghouse Electric's score of 40 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Westinghouse Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Westinghouse Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 335,800 kg CO2e, comprising 24,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 293,800 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects the company's commitment to transparency in its carbon footprint, with emissions data cascaded from its parent company, Paramount Global. Westinghouse has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to achieve a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2029, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment underscores the company's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact. Historically, Westinghouse's global Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 2,394,468,220 kg CO2e in 2023, with previous years showing a trend of significant emissions, including 55,243,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 60,806,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company is focused on long-term sustainability, with a vision to deliver 100% carbon-free electricity to customers by 2050, aligning with industry standards for climate action. Overall, Westinghouse Electric's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a strategic focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to a more sustainable future.

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Scope 1
69,207,000
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Scope 2
82,492,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Westinghouse Electric's primary industry is Electricity by nuclear, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Westinghouse Electric is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Westinghouse Electric 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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