Canadian Pacific Railway Company
Canadian Pacific Railway Company (CP) is a leading North American transportation service provider, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Established in 1881, CP has played a pivotal role in shaping the railway industry, connecting major markets across Canada and the United States. Operating primarily in the freight sector, CP offers a diverse range of services, including bulk commodities, intermodal transport, and automotive shipping. Its extensive rail network spans key regions, facilitating efficient movement of goods and contributing to the economy. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, CP has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in technology and safety. As a prominent player in the railway industry, Canadian Pacific Railway Company continues to enhance its market position through strategic investments and a focus on customer service.
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Canadian Pacific Railway Company's score of 34 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Canadian Pacific Railway Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Canadian Pacific Railway Company (CP) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,951,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,952,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 39,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included business travel, employee commute, waste generated in operations, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution, amounting to approximately 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, CP has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2020, the total emissions were about 3,018,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions in 2021. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed, and there are no documented climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets available. CP's emissions data reflects a consistent reporting of Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with Scope 3 emissions also being tracked, highlighting the company's awareness of its overall environmental impact. The railway industry is under increasing pressure to enhance sustainability practices, and CP's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions are crucial in the context of climate commitments.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,094,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Canadian Pacific Railway Company is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
