Avista Corp
Avista's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2022, Avista 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).
Avista 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) | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Avista's Operational Emissions
In 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Avista amounted to 2,458,675 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure reflects direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1). a
Compared to 2021, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Avista increased by 11.52%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
Avista's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Avista's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2022, the total Scope 1 emissions of Avista were 2,458,675 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Avista reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Avista's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 18.65%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2021), Avista's Scope 1 emissions increased by 11.52%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a
Insights into Avista's Value Chain Emissions
In 2022, Avista reported 1,120,515 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 2022 disclosure of Avista includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2021, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Avista's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Avista's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2022, Avista reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,120,515 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Avista reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Avista's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 11.54%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2021), Avista's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Avista 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Avista disclose?
In 2022, Avista 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 Avista's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2022, the largest contributors to Avista's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 1,120,515 tCO₂e (100%)
Avista's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Avista’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2022, Avista reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,458,675 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,710 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,437.65 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Avista's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Avista's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2022, Avista reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,437.65 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 406.7 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Avista rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2022, Avista ranked 15 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Avista is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a