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PPL Corporation

PPL Corporation, a leading energy company headquartered in the United States, has been a significant player in the utility sector since its founding in 1920. With a strong presence in Pennsylvania, Texas, and the UK, PPL operates primarily in the electric and natural gas industries, providing reliable energy solutions to millions of customers. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering a range of services that include electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. PPL's unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources sets it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include its recognition for operational excellence and customer service, solidifying its position as a trusted energy provider. With a focus on delivering value and efficiency, PPL Corporation continues to shape the future of energy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does PPL Corporation'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.

61

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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

PPL Corporation's score of 61 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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PPL Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, PPL Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,094,395,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 26,517,613,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,611,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 566,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 25,795,238,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. PPL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in overall carbon emissions from 2010 levels by 2040. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, the company has established interim goals, including an 80% reduction by 2040 and a 70% reduction by 2035. PPL also aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Specific initiatives include a target to reduce Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030 and a commitment to decrease carbon emissions from fleet vehicles by 5,000 metric tons, representing a 21% reduction from 2020 levels by 2030. Furthermore, PPL plans to cut energy use in buildings by 28% from 2019 levels by 2030. Overall, PPL Corporation is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has set clear targets to align with global climate goals.

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89,732,000
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1,597,157,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PPL Corporation's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium 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 PPL Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

PPL Corporation is participating in some 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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