Northern Gas Networks
Northern Gas Networks (NGN), headquartered in GB, is a leading gas distribution company serving the North of England. Established in 2005, NGN operates across key regions including Yorkshire, the North East, and parts of Cumbria, ensuring safe and reliable gas supply to millions of homes and businesses. Specialising in the transportation of natural gas, NGN is committed to innovation and sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful implementation of advanced technology for pipeline management and safety. Recognised for its customer-centric approach, Northern Gas Networks has garnered numerous awards for service excellence and operational efficiency, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the gas distribution industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Northern Gas Networks'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Northern Gas Networks's score of 39 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Northern Gas Networks's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Northern Gas Networks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,630,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 333,350,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses mobile combustion and stationary combustion emissions, as well as Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,527,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled around 15,298,000 kg CO2e, covering various categories such as capital goods and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 22,406,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has not specified any formal reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for clearer climate action strategies moving forward. Overall, Northern Gas Networks is actively monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions, but further initiatives and commitments may be necessary to enhance their climate action efforts.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,668,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,019,000 | 000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
Northern Gas Networks 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.
