Our Impact
Transforming the way energy works for you. Cutting emissions, upgrading pipelines for lasting safety, and providing the tools to make confident, sustainable choices.
Our Environmental Impact
As Philadelphia works towards a greener tomorrow, PGW aims to play a key role in our city’s success.
What gets measured, gets managed. PGW’s Methane Reduction Report details an 80% reduction in methane emissions by 2050, based on a 2011 baseline, which PGW is still on track to achieve
Since the Methane Reduction Report was published, PGW has also calculated Scope 1 and 2 inventories for 2019,2022, and 2024, and Scope 3 inventories for 2022 and 2024, which are defined as emissions that are out of PGW’s direct control.
PGW is pleased to share its annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Report. This plan highlights updates on all of PGW’s and is one more step forward in PGW’s sustainability planning.
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GHG Reductions To-Date
- From 2011 to 2024, PGW has reduced its Scope 1 emissions by 10.1%% (36,577 MT CO2e), Scope 2 emissions by 46.4% (3,992 MT CO2e) and, between 2022 and 2024, reduced Scope 3 emissions by 11.2% (574,828 MT CO2e).
- From September 2024 to August 2025, PGW reduced its Scope 1,2 and 3 emissions by 12,118 metric tons (MT) of CO2e, passing its target of 10,000MT CO2e.
- PGW is committed to reducing its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 10,000 metric tons of CO2e by September 1, 2024.
Our pipeline improvement plan modernizes aging infrastructure to deliver safer, more reliable service with fewer disruptions.
View our pipeline improvement map to see where we are currently working in your area, days and times to expect construction, and estimated start and end dates for each project.
View Pipeline Improvement MapPGW continues to stay on the forefront of its building operations, selecting energy-efficient technologies and innovations whenever possible.
PGW’s onsite Data Center is integrated into a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system. The waste heat generated by the CHP is used to heat domestic hot water and also runs an absorption chiller which cools the Data Center. The CHP can generate up to 40% of the building peak electricity demand and provides 15% of electricity annually.
PGW also makes use of natural gas heat pumps (GMP), a HVAC system powered by a natural gas engine to heat and cool portions of its buildings.
Community and Social Impact
Supporting the people, places, and environment that make Philadelphia home is an important part of PGW's work. From sustainability efforts to community programs, these efforts help build a cleaner, stronger city.
We're proud to stand alongside the City of Philadelphia as a Zero Waste Partner. Since launching our recycling program, we've diverted more than 2,000 tons of waste from local landfills to keep our city cleaner, conserve valuable resources, and set a higher standard for sustainable business practices.
By integrating Electric Vehicles (EVs) into our daily operations, we're reducing smog, cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and helping create a healthier community.
Launched in 2022, our corporate composting program has already diverted more than 33,760 pounds of food waste from landfills. It's a small but powerful step in our journey toward zero waste.
Resources Made Just For You
Built to help you stay safe, save money, and take control of your energy needs.
Emergencies & Safety
Understand what to do in the event of a natural gas emergency and get everyday safety tips.
Efficiency Incentives
Residential and business customers can lower their monthly energy bills through PGW energy incentives and rebates.
Natural Gas Choice
Pennsylvania’s Gas Choice program allows customers to choose a natural gas supplier other than PGW, and potentially save money.
Make the Switch to Natural Gas
Save hundreds of dollars per year when you power your home or business with natural gas supplied through our modern pipelines.
Make the Switch