Ausgrid, officially known as Ausgrid Pty Limited, is a leading electricity distribution network operator headquartered in Australia. Established in 2011, the company serves a vast operational region, primarily covering Sydney, the Central Coast, and the Hunter regions. As a key player in the energy sector, Ausgrid focuses on delivering reliable electricity supply and innovative energy solutions to millions of customers.
The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and safety, offering core services that include electricity distribution, network management, and customer support. Ausgrid's unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources and enhancing grid resilience positions it as a market leader in the Australian energy landscape. With a strong emphasis on technological advancement and community engagement, Ausgrid continues to achieve notable milestones in the transition towards a cleaner energy future.
+9 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Electricity from Other Sources is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity from Other Sources industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ausgrid's reported carbon emissions
Ausgrid, headquartered in AU, has set ambitious climate commitments to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. For the reporting year 2023, Ausgrid reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.04 billion kg CO2e. This total comprised approximately 11.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, approximately 656.4 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 369 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, Ausgrid's total emissions were approximately 1.12 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 accounting for about 22.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 for around 725.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not reported for this year. Ausgrid has a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, the company has a long-term commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 97% by 2045, also based on the 2020 baseline year. The company's climate data for emissions is cascaded from Ausgrid Pty Ltd. Their commitment to a net-zero future is further indicated by a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Ausgrid's reporting also indicates they are on track for their near-term reduction targets over the past two years.
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Ausgrid’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Near-Term Targets: Ausgrid Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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