- Climate change impacts on infrastructure and operations (severe weather, economic impacts, regulatory changes)
- Supply chain disruptions due to climate change and policy actions
- Meeting GHG emission reduction targets
MDU Resources Group, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, MDU Resources Group, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.5M tCO2e (Owned Generation + Purchased Power). By scope: Scope 1: 2.0M tCO2e (Regulated Energy Delivery); Scope 2: 80.1K tCO2e (Regulated Energy Delivery); Scope 3: Not yet reporting. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
3.5M tCO2e (Owned Generation + Purchased Power)
2023
Water Usage
520.20 million gallons (Consumptive Water Withdrawals)
2023
Waste
712 tons (Hazardous Waste Manifested for Disposal)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.0M tCO2e (Regulated Energy Delivery) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 80.1K tCO2e (Regulated Energy Delivery) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | Not yet reporting |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 3.5M tCO2e (Owned Generation + Purchased Power) |
| 2022 | 2.2M tCO2e (owned + purchased) |
| 2021 | 2.3M metric tons CO2e in 2020 |
| 2020 | 2.7M tCO2e (Owned + Purchased Generation) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved an 11% reduction in methane emissions from the natural gas distribution segment (target of 30% by 2035 compared to 2022)
- Achieved a 38% reduction in electric generation greenhouse gas emissions intensity since 2005 (target of 45% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels)
- Added renewable natural gas (RNG) to Cascade Natural Gas’ system
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption
- Reduce GHG emissions intensity by 45% by 2030 (Electric Utility)
- Reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2035 (Natural Gas Utility)
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2035 (Natural Gas Utility)
- Reduce methane emissions intensity by 25% by 2030 (Pipeline)
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 (Electric Generation)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity, Equity, and InclusionGovernanceEnvironmental StewardshipSocial ResponsibilitySafety