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updated 6 months ago

WGL Holdings, Inc.

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WGL Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as WGL, is a prominent energy company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1848, WGL has established itself as a leader in the energy sector, primarily focusing on natural gas distribution, energy services, and renewable energy solutions. With a strong operational presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, the company serves millions of customers, providing reliable and innovative energy solutions. WGL's core offerings include natural gas supply, energy efficiency programmes, and renewable energy initiatives, setting it apart through its commitment to sustainability and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in clean energy technologies, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a more sustainable energy future. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, WGL Holdings continues to shape the energy landscape in the United States.

DitchCarbon Score

How does WGL Holdings, Inc.'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas Distribution industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

17

Industry Benchmark

WGL Holdings, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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WGL Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from AltaGas Ltd.

WGL Holdings, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of AltaGas Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, WGL Holdings has not established any documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given its affiliation with AltaGas Ltd., emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from this parent company. However, specific details regarding emissions performance or targets from AltaGas Ltd. have not been provided in this context. In summary, WGL Holdings, Inc. is currently lacking in publicly available emissions data and defined climate commitments, reflecting a potential area for future development in sustainability practices.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. WGL Holdings, Inc.'s primary industry is Distribution services of gaseous fuels through mains, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 WGL Holdings, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

WGL Holdings, Inc. 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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