- High GHG emissions from Federal buildings and vehicles
- Need to transition to 100% carbon pollution-free electricity
- Need to transition to 100% zero-emission vehicles
- Climate change risks to Federal infrastructure and operations
Federal Government of the United States
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Federal Government of the United States disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 34.9 million MTCO2e (2020). By scope: Scope 1: 8.6 million MTCO2e (2020); Scope 2: 20 million MTCO2e (2020); Scope 3: 14.8 million MTCO2e (2017). 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
34.9 million MTCO2e (2020)
2021
Renewable Energy
40% of electricity generated in 2020 (national grid)
of total energy
Water Usage
120 billion gallons (2020)
2021
Energy Use
309 trillion Btu (2020)
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| 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). | 8.6 million MTCO2e (2020) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 20 million MTCO2e (2020) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 14.8 million MTCO2e (2017) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 34.9 million MTCO2e (2020) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions by 32% since 2008 in Federal operations
- Achieved net-zero energy in some Federal buildings (e.g., Wayne Aspinall Federal Building)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce building emissions by 50% by 2032
- Achieve 100% CFE by 2030, 50% 24/7
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 100% ZEV acquisitions by 2035, 100% light-duty by 2027
- Achieve net-zero emissions buildings by 2045
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions from Federal procurement by 2050
- Achieve net-zero emissions from overall Federal operations by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeEnvironmental JusticeWorkforce DevelopmentSustainable ProcurementClimate Resilience