- Transitioning away from coal-fired generation while maintaining reliability and affordability
- Managing physical risks associated with changing climate conditions and severe weather events
- Uncertainty in future policy, technology development, and market conditions
Alliant Energy Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Alliant Energy Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.6 million metric tons of CO2e (Scope 1). By scope: Scope 1: 13.6 million metric tons of CO2e; Scope 2: 806 metric tons of CO2e (location-based) or 786 metric tons of CO2e (market-based). 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
13.6 million metric tons of CO2e (Scope 1)
2023
Renewable Energy
27% of total utility rate base at year-end 2023
of total energy
📊 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). | 13.6 million metric tons of CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 806 metric tons of CO2e (location-based) or 786 metric tons of CO2e (market-based) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 38% from 2005 levels in 2023
- Reduced electric utility water supply by 62% from 2005 levels in 2023
- Retired approximately 1,475 MW of coal generation since 2005
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from utility operations by 50% from 2005 levels by 2030
- Reduce electric utility water supply by 75% from 2005 levels by 2030
- Electrify 100% of company-owned light-duty fleet vehicles by 2030
📅 Medium-term
- Eliminate all coal from generation fleet by 2040
🔭 Long-term
- Aspire to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from utility operations by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeEnvironmental StewardshipGovernance