- Balancing reliability and affordability with sustainability goals.
- Supply chain disruptions.
- Managing climate-related risks (physical and transition).
Vistra Corp.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Vistra Corp. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 86.3M tCO2e/year (Scope 1). By scope: Scope 1: 86.3M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 245.8K tCO2e/year (location-based) 216477 tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 1.9M tCO2e/year. 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
86.3M tCO2e/year (Scope 1)
2023
Water Usage
11.9M m3/year (withdrawn)
2023
Waste
123.3K tons/year
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). | 86.3M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 245.8K tCO2e/year (location-based) 216477 tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.9M tCO2e/year |
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 | 86.3M tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
| 2021 | 101.4M tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 97.3M tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Overall CO2e emissions decreased year-over-year, achieving 50% reduction from a 2010 base year by the end of 2023. This is 80% of the way to achieving the 2030 emissions targets.
- Nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are down more than 60% compared to 2010, including an 18% reduction year-over-year.
- Sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions have plunged more than 90% since 2010, including a 44% decrease from 2022 levels.
- Nearly 3 million tons of coal combustion byproducts beneficially reused.
- 90% average recycling rate for wastes such as metals, universal waste, e-waste, and used oils.
- Significant reductions in nearly all categories of waste from 2022 to 2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 58% by 2028 from a 2018 base year.
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 3 GHG emissions from all sold electricity 58% by 2028 from a 2018 base year.
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from use of sold products 42% by 2028 from a 2018 base year.
📅 Medium-term
- 60% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2e emissions by 2030, as compared to a 2010 baseline.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EmissionsWaterWaste and Coal Ash ManagementEnergy ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceClimate ChangeBiodiversityDiversity, Equity, and InclusionDevelopment and TrainingEmployee EngagementWorkforce SafetyNuclear Safety and Emergency ManagementReliable PowerAffordable PowerCustomer ExperienceCommunity GivingJust TransitionCorporate GovernanceEconomic PerformanceCybersecuritySupply Chain ManagementPublic Policy