PPL Corp
PPL's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, PPL 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).
PPL has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 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 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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 PPL's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of PPL amounted to 25,313,107 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 PPL decreased by 1.16%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b
PPL's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are PPL's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of PPL were 25,291,849 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has PPL reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, PPL's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 14.58%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2020), PPL's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that PPL's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint. a b
What are PPL's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, PPL reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 21,258 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
What methodology does PPL use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, PPL reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
PPL's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into PPL's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, PPL reported 9,407,649 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 PPL includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 2 in 2020, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a
PPL's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are PPL's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, PPL reported total Scope 3 emissions of 9,407,649 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 0.13% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 99.87% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2020), PPL's Scope 3 emissions increased by 15.61%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does PPL disclose?
In 2023, PPL reported emissions for 3 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 PPL's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to PPL's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 9,395,728 tCO₂e (99.87%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 10,870 tCO₂e (0.12%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 1,051 tCO₂e (0.01%)
PPL's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into PPL’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, PPL reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 25,291,849 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 8,312 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3,042.81 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
PPL's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does PPL's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, PPL reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3,042.81 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2,153.56 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does PPL rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, PPL ranked 21 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places PPL among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into PPL's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, PPL reported a total carbon footprint of 34,720,756 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.88% increase compared to 2020, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a b
The largest contributor to PPL's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 72.84% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 27.1%. a