Dominion Energy, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 1983, the company has grown significantly, serving millions of customers across its major operational regions, including the Mid-Atlantic and Western United States. Specialising in electric and natural gas services, Dominion Energy is committed to delivering reliable energy solutions while prioritising sustainability and innovation. The company offers a diverse range of core products, including renewable energy sources, natural gas distribution, and electric generation. Notably, Dominion Energy has made significant strides in clean energy initiatives, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon future. With a strong market presence and a focus on customer satisfaction, Dominion Energy continues to achieve notable milestones in the energy sector.
How does Dominion Energy'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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In 2023, Dominion Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,020,195,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 7,704,918,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 35,135,727,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Dominion Energy has set ambitious targets to achieve a 55% reduction in Scope 1 carbon emissions from their electric business by 2030, compared to 2005 levels. Furthermore, the company aims for net zero carbon and methane emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and material categories of Scope 3 by 2050. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Dominion's proactive approach to addressing climate change. The company’s emissions intensity for purchased generation was reported at approximately 304 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023, indicating their focus on improving efficiency and reducing the carbon footprint of their energy production. Overall, Dominion Energy is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their environmental impact.
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Add to project2005 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 57,441,133,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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Dominion Energy is committed to some 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.