Northern Powergrid Sustainability Profile
Northern Powergrid, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading electricity distribution network operator serving the North East, Yorkshire, and northern Lincolnshire. Established in 1990, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions to over 8 million customers. As a key player in the energy sector, Northern Powergrid is dedicated to maintaining and upgrading its infrastructure, ensuring efficient electricity distribution while embracing innovative technologies. Their core services include network management, maintenance, and customer support, all aimed at enhancing the customer experience and promoting energy efficiency. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Northern Powergrid continues to strengthen its market position, contributing to the UK's transition towards a low-carbon future.
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Northern Powergrid's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Northern Powergrid reported total carbon emissions of approximately 506,728,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 6,355,900 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (3,915,900 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (2,437,900 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon net neutrality by 2040, with a focus on reducing its overall carbon footprint across all scopes. In 2023, Northern Powergrid's total emissions were approximately 425,319,350 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 3,879,300 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,386,710 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 12,805,400 kg CO2e. Notably, the company achieved a 39% reduction in its carbon footprint by the end of 2022, significantly surpassing its initial commitment of a 10% reduction. The company has committed to a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2034, using FY2019 as a baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, Northern Powergrid aims to reduce its total Scope 1 and 2 emissions to 11,180 tCO2e by 2028, down from a baseline of 12,307 tCO2e in 2023. Data for Northern Powergrid's emissions and targets are cascaded from its parent organization, Northern Powergrid Holdings Company, which is part of a broader corporate family under Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company. This relationship underscores the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the energy sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,830,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,862,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 11,814,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
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Northern Powergrid's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Northern Powergrid's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 25% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 73% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Northern Powergrid's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Northern Powergrid has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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