AGL Energy

AGL Energy

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-1.90 -55
Industry: Electric Utilities
Listing country: Australia
Year added: 2018

AGL Energy, originally known as The Australian Gas Light Company, was incorporated in 1837 and has since established its headquarters in Sydney, Australia. Over the years, the company has focused on three major business segments to serve its customers. The first segment, Energy Retailing, is where the company engages in the sale of electricity and gas, catering to both residential and business customers. This segment represents a significant portion of their operations, as they provide essential energy services to a wide consumer base. In the Wholesale Markets segment, AGL Energy plays a pivotal role by purchasing and selling electricity and gas. It also involves managing electricity generation and storage facilities, which are crucial for maintaining supply and meeting the demands of the market. Through the Energy Services segment, AGL Energy offers a range of solutions aimed at promoting energy efficiency and supporting the adoption of renewable energy options. This reflects the company's commitment to not only provide energy but also to consult and aid in the transition to more sustainable energy usage practices. Throughout its existence, AGL Energy has been known primarily under its flagship brand, "AGL." This brand is synonymous with energy provision in Australia and has become a household name over the years due to its extensive history and significant market presence. The company's products and services are primarily sold within Australia, where it has a solid foundation and reputation as a leading energy provider. This geographical focus has allowed AGL Energy to concentrate its efforts on understanding and servicing the unique needs of the Australian market. (Powered by AI)

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AGL Energy

Generation of electricity from non-renewable sources, such as fossil fuels, results in emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxides, which can cause global warming and air pollution1,2. In 2022, global energy-related GHG emissions totaled...

Afolabi B. February 29th, 2024
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AGL Energy

People use energy for heating, cooling, lighting, refrigeration, operating computers, appliances, machinery, watching TV, transportation, etc.1,2. Energy is used for everything in society, from shopping malls to hospitals to educational institutio...

Kanak _. January 22nd, 2024
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AGL Energy

To ensure strong institutions and the well-being of society, governments spend a considerable amount of the state's budget on public goods and services, which are funded by taxes paid by individuals and corporations1. On average, the statutory cor...

Emmanuel J. October 31st, 2023
18 ratings
AGL Energy

Electricity has been reported to change the world, create jobs, impact medical care, and so on1. Energy poverty is defined "as having to pay above 10% of the households’ income" in basic energy needs2;p2.

In Australia, the average residential el...

Rasheed S. October 31st, 2023
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AGL Energy

An inclusive workforce engages employees, leading to individual empowerment1. Minorities face discrimination at work and are paid less than non-minorities for the same job1. People are often discriminated based on age, disability, sexual orientati...

Rasheed S. September 11th, 2023
16 ratings
AGL Energy

About 785 million (Mn) people do not have access to basic drinking water services1, while 2.7 billion (Bn) people are experiencing water scarcity at least a month in a year2. The world's total water demand is 4,600 Bn m3 at present3. Prolonged wat...

Alex O. August 31st, 2023
48 ratings
AGL Energy

Around 3.32 billion people are employed globally as of 20221. Job creation is vital for society, as well as for the economy2. It fuels economic growth as the spending of wages leads to a higher rate of consumer spending3, it reduces poverty as it ...

Emmanuel C. August 2nd, 2023
20 ratings
AGL Energy

Industrial waste accounts for nearly 50% of the waste generated globally and is the most hazardous waste type with toxic impurities such as industrial chemicals, toxic metal particles, grease/oils, and non-hazardous materials such as ash, sludges,...

Fabian N. September 3rd, 2023
20 ratings
AGL Energy

As of 2021, 50 Million (Mn) people are living in modern slavery, out of which 28 Mn are in forced labor1. The electric utility industry is one of the most dangerous industries to work in2, as workers have a serious injuries and fatalities rate of ...

Muhammad S. May 8th, 2023
26 ratings
AGL Energy

In 2021, global GHG emissions amounted to 40.8 billion tonnes (t) of CO2e1;p11. To meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, from 2020 to 2030, annual GHG emission reductions of 7.6% are required2. The rapid increase in the emission of greenhouse gas...

Renu R. May 11th, 2023
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