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Sgn

Sgn, officially known as Scotia Gas Networks, is a leading energy company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2005, Sgn operates primarily in the gas distribution industry, serving millions of customers across Scotland and the south of England. The company is renowned for its commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, playing a pivotal role in the transition to a low-carbon energy future. Sgn's core services include the distribution of natural gas and the development of renewable energy solutions, such as biomethane. Their unique approach to integrating advanced technology and customer service has positioned them as a trusted provider in the energy sector. With a strong focus on reducing carbon emissions, Sgn has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in infrastructure and community initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a market leader in gas distribution.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Natural Gas Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Sgn's score of 46 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sgn's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Sgn reported total carbon emissions of approximately 687,207,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 85,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 38,950,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was approximately 689,691,000 kg CO2e. Sgn has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% by the end of the RIIO-GD2 period in 2026, compared to a 2019/20 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, as part of the 'Race to Zero' initiative, which aligns with global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. In previous years, Sgn's emissions were also significant, with 713,856,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 740,163,000 kg CO2e in 2022 for Scope 1. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the energy sector.

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Scope 1
785,292,000
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Scope 2
3,274,000
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Scope 3
35,843,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sgn's primary industry is Natural gas and services related to natural gas extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Sgn is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sgn 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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