American Express Co
American Express Energy Data Preview
In 2023, American Express disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.
American Express also reported how it meets its energy needs through a mix of purchased and self-generated energy, offering insight into its sourcing strategy and level of energy independence.
Additionally, American Express also disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.
Finally, American Express also reported the types of energy sources as well as generation technologies, both for purchased and self-produced energy, helping stakeholders evaluate American Express's reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives.
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Insights into American Express's Energy Renewability
In 2023, American Express consumed a total of 1.18 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 0.15% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 99.85% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power. a
American Express's Energy Renewability Rate
How much of American Express's energy consumed is renewable?
In 2023, American Express consumed a total of 1.18 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 0.15% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power. a
This low level of renewable energy use highlights a heavy reliance on fossil fuels or other non-renewable sources, suggesting that American Express has considerable room to improve its energy sustainability strategy.
Are American Express's energy practices becoming more sustainable?
Since 2023, American Express's total energy consumption increased by 9.99%, reflecting a recent rise in overall energy demand. a
Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in American Express's consumption decreased by 14.2%, showing a recent negative trend in clean energy adoption. a
American Express's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time
- Renewable Energy Consumed
- Non-renewable Energy Consumed
Insights into American Express's Energy Consumption & Production Mix
In 2023, American Express disclosed detailed information on both the sources and generation technologies of its consumed and produced energy This disclosure enables a clearer assessment of the American Express's overall energy mix, its sourcing strategy, and its reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives such as renewables and low-carbon technologies. a
American Express's Energy Consumed by Sources and Technologies
What are the main sources and generation technologies behind American Express's energy consumption?
In 2023, American Express's total energy consumption was primarily sourced from a
- Electricity (Unspecified Source) (76.69%)
- Transport Fuel (17.58%)
- Chilled Water and Steam (Unspecified Source) (2.55%)
How diverse is American Express’s energy consumption mix?
In 2023, American Express consumed energy from 6 different sources or generation technologies, indicating a highly concentrated energy mix, with Electricity (Unspecified Source) alone accounting for 76.69% of total consumption. a
What are the main sources or generation technologies used by American Express to produce energy?
In 2023, American Express's energy production came primarily from a
- Solar Energy (100%)
How diverse is American Express’s energy production mix?
In 2023, American Express produced energy using 1 different sources or generation technologies. The energy production mix is highly concentrated, with Solar Energy alone making up 100% of total output. a
American Express's Energy Produced by Sources and Technologies
Insights into American Express's Energy Inflows & Self-Sufficiency
In 2023, American Express reported total energy inflows of 935,978.4 Gigajoules, which corresponds to the company's full energy needs, including energy consumed, redistributed, sold, or stored. This energy inflow was composed of 934,167.6 Gigajoules purchased from external suppliers and 1,810.8 Gigajoules generated through internal production. This corresponds to a production share of 0.19%, reflecting a 2.99% percentage point decrease from the previous year (2022). a
American Express's Energy Purchased vs Produced Over Time
- Total Energy Produced
- Total Energy Purchased