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Atmos Energy Corp

Common Name
Atmos Energy
Country
United States
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Regulated Gas
Employees
5,487
Ticker
ATO
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Atmos Energy Corporation is a natural gas utility company that focuses on the distribution, transmission, and storage of natural gas in the United States. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, it operates a...

Atmos Energy's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Atmos Energy completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Atmos Energy has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
803,971a
737,121a
758,174a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
N/A
605,569.2b
626,806.2b
Total Scope 3
20,297,907a
20,128,511a
22,402,900a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
193.0216a
172.4116a
180.4462a
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a. Atmos Energy's Sustainability Report 2025
b. Atmos Energy's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023

Insights into Atmos Energy's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Atmos Energy amounted to 803,971 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure reflects direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Atmos Energy decreased by 40.12%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab

Atmos Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e-6%-14%0%-3%+9%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Atmos Energy's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Atmos Energy were 803,971 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Atmos Energy reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Atmos Energy's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 14.17%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Atmos Energy's Scope 1 emissions increased by 9.07%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

Insights into Atmos Energy's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Atmos Energy reported 20,297,907 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Atmos Energy includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Atmos Energy's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202406 M12 M18 M24 MtCO2e-9%+2%+8%-10%+1%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Atmos Energy reported total Scope 3 emissions of 20,297,907 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 0% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 100% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Atmos Energy reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that Atmos Energy's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Atmos Energy's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Atmos Energy disclose?

In 2024, Atmos Energy reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Atmos Energy's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 20,297,907 tCO₂e (100%)

Atmos Energy's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(100.0%)

Insights into Atmos Energy’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Atmos Energy reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 803,971 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 4,165 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 193.02 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Atmos Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

50010,000200,0005,000,000100,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Tokyo GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,132,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,581Scope 1 Intensity: 235.03 tCO2e/$MAlliant EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,121,958 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,981Scope 1 Intensity: 3,296.15 tCO2e/$MEvergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,958,294 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,847Scope 1 Intensity: 3,584.27 tCO2e/$MAmerican Water WorksYear: 2025Scope 1: 73,716 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,140Scope 1 Intensity: 14.34 tCO2e/$MNaturgy Energy GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 13,119,640 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,872Scope 1 Intensity: 573.60 tCO2e/$MTowngas Smart EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 48,191 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,744Scope 1 Intensity: 17.56 tCO2e/$MPerusahaan Gas NegaraYear: 2024Scope 1: 623,788 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,789Scope 1 Intensity: 164.65 tCO2e/$MGujarat EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,595 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,870Scope 1 Intensity: 1.92 tCO2e/$MToho GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 55,368 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,180Scope 1 Intensity: 13.25 tCO2e/$MChina Suntien Green EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,090 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,929Scope 1 Intensity: 2.42 tCO2e/$MItalgasYear: 2025Scope 1: 207,120 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,125Scope 1 Intensity: 50.22 tCO2e/$MHong Kong and China GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,628,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,143Scope 1 Intensity: 227.92 tCO2e/$MSnamYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,130,825 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,529Scope 1 Intensity: 249.71 tCO2e/$MNorthwest Natural HoldingYear: 2023Scope 1: 101,298 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,197Scope 1 Intensity: 84.59 tCO2e/$MChesapeake UtilitiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 192,505 tCO2eRevenue: $M 671Scope 1 Intensity: 287.06 tCO2e/$MMDU Resources GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,872,208 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,758Scope 1 Intensity: 1,064.98 tCO2e/$MONE GasYear: 2024Scope 1: 892,747 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,084Scope 1 Intensity: 428.47 tCO2e/$MBlack HillsYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,500,012 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,128Scope 1 Intensity: 2,114.97 tCO2e/$MNew Jersey ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,466 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,797Scope 1 Intensity: 27.53 tCO2e/$MSouthwest Gas HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 379,165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,112Scope 1 Intensity: 74.17 tCO2e/$MUgiYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,024,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,210Scope 1 Intensity: 142.08 tCO2e/$MBrookfield InfrastructureYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,100,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,666Scope 1 Intensity: 572.83 tCO2e/$MSpireYear: 2024Scope 1: 368,254 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,593Scope 1 Intensity: 142.02 tCO2e/$MNiSourceYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,446,186 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,455Scope 1 Intensity: 998.37 tCO2e/$MAtmos EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 803,971 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,165Scope 1 Intensity: 193.02 tCO2e/$M

How does Atmos Energy's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Atmos Energy reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 193.02 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 196.28, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Atmos Energy rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Atmos Energy ranked 13 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Atmos Energy is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

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