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Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc.

Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc., a prominent player in the gaming and entertainment industry, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Wheeling, West Virginia. Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a leader in the regional gaming market, offering a diverse range of services that include casino gaming, live racing, and various entertainment options. Wheeling Island Gaming operates primarily in West Virginia, providing a unique blend of traditional gaming experiences and modern amenities. Its flagship property, Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, features a variety of slot machines, table games, and a state-of-the-art racing facility, setting it apart from competitors. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and community engagement, Wheeling Island Gaming has achieved notable recognition within the industry, solidifying its position as a key player in the local gaming landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Wheeling Island Gaming, 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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc.'s score of 18 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc., headquartered in the US, has reported its carbon emissions data for the years 2019 to 2021. In 2021, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of approximately 49,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 7,107,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 44,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions increased to approximately 5,913,000 kg CO2e. The 2019 data shows Scope 1 emissions at about 34,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,689,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, in 2021, Wheeling Island Gaming reported significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 13,523,000 kg CO2e from its operations in Mexico. Despite these figures, the company has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction. Overall, the data reflects a growing trend in emissions, particularly in Scope 2, which warrants attention as the company navigates its climate responsibilities.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc.'s primary industry is Recreational, cultural and sporting services (92), 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. Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Wheeling Island Gaming, Inc. 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.

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

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