Centerpoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy, Inc., a leading energy delivery company headquartered in the United States, has been serving customers since its founding in 1882. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as Texas, Indiana, and Minnesota, the company operates primarily in the utility sector, focusing on electric and natural gas distribution. Renowned for its commitment to reliability and customer service, CenterPoint Energy offers a range of core services, including electric transmission, natural gas distribution, and energy efficiency solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of advanced technologies to enhance service delivery and sustainability. As a prominent player in the energy industry, CenterPoint Energy is recognised for its innovative approach and dedication to environmental stewardship, positioning itself as a trusted provider in the evolving energy landscape.
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Centerpoint Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, CenterPoint Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 5,170,862,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 46,005,000 kg CO2e. The largest share came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached about 23,551,806,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by upstream transportation and distribution activities. CenterPoint Energy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and certain Scope 2 emissions by 2035. This goal includes initiatives to remove or eliminate more carbon-related emissions than the company produces. Additionally, the company anticipates a 60% reduction in emissions from its generation fleet by 2035, attributed to the retirement of specific power generation units. The company is also involved in broader initiatives, such as supporting the EVolve Houston project, which aims for carbon neutrality in Houston by 2050. These commitments reflect CenterPoint Energy's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,263,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,757,971,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Centerpoint Energy 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.
