Stantec
Stantec Inc., a leading global design and consulting firm, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1954, Stantec has established itself in the architecture, engineering, and environmental services sectors, delivering innovative solutions that address complex challenges in infrastructure and community development. With a diverse portfolio that includes landscape architecture, environmental remediation, and project management, Stantec is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to major urban development projects and infrastructure improvements. Stantec's unique approach combines local expertise with global resources, positioning it as a trusted partner in enhancing the built environment and fostering resilient communities.
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Stantec's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Stantec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 80,606,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 12,257,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,076,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, totalling around 67,273,000 kg CO2e, with business travel and employee commuting being the largest contributors at about 24,340,000 kg CO2e and 28,359,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Stantec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions from business travel, which are expected to see a similar reduction. The company has made these commitments at the highest levels, involving the Executive ESG Committee and the board's Sustainability Committee. In 2023, Stantec's emissions were reported at approximately 60,916,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,136,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 1,747,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated progress, having reduced Scope 1 and 2 per-employee emissions by 17% from 2019 levels by 2020, exceeding their previous target of a 40% reduction against a 2013 baseline. Stantec's long-term goal includes achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a phased approach to net zero emissions. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives, aligning with science-based targets to ensure compliance with global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,585,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 43,228,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 26,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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