DTE Energy Co
DTE Energy's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, DTE 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), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
DTE Energy has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 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.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 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. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into DTE Energy's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of DTE Energy amounted to 22,746,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2020, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of DTE Energy decreased by 8.42%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b
DTE Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are DTE Energy's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of DTE Energy were 22,631,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has DTE Energy reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, DTE Energy's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 33.92%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c
Compared to the previous year (2020), DTE Energy's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 7.85%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a b
What are DTE Energy's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, DTE Energy reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 115,000 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
What methodology does DTE Energy use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, DTE Energy reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
DTE Energy's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into DTE Energy's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, DTE Energy reported 12,585,000 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 2023 disclosure of DTE Energy includes a breakdown across 2 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, down from 3 in 2020, indicating a decline in reporting granularity and reduced insight into the company's full value chain emissions. a
DTE Energy's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are DTE Energy's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, DTE Energy reported total Scope 3 emissions of 12,585,000 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 DTE Energy reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, DTE Energy's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 27.63%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a d
Compared to the previous year (2020), DTE Energy's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 38.13%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does DTE Energy disclose?
In 2023, DTE Energy reported emissions for 2 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 DTE Energy's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to DTE Energy's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 8,333,000 tCO₂e (66.21%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 4,252,000 tCO₂e (33.79%)
DTE Energy's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into DTE Energy’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, DTE Energy reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 22,631,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 12,745 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,775.68 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
DTE Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does DTE Energy's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, DTE Energy reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,775.68 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2,155.43 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does DTE Energy rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, DTE Energy ranked 10 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
DTE Energy is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into DTE Energy's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, DTE Energy reported a total carbon footprint of 35,331,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 21.8% decrease compared to 2020, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b
The largest contributor to DTE Energy's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 64.05% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 35.62%. a