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Alberta Investment Management Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) is a leading investment management firm headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Established in 2008, AIMCo manages a diverse portfolio for various public sector clients, including pension plans, endowments, and government funds across Canada. With a focus on long-term value creation, AIMCo operates primarily in the investment management industry, specialising in asset classes such as equities, fixed income, real estate, and infrastructure. The corporation is recognised for its innovative investment strategies and commitment to responsible investing, positioning itself as a key player in the Canadian market. AIMCo's notable achievements include consistently delivering strong returns for its clients, reflecting its expertise and strategic approach to asset management. As a trusted partner in the financial landscape, AIMCo continues to shape the future of investment management in Alberta and beyond.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Alberta Investment Management Corporation's score of 40 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alberta Investment Management Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,078,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 22,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 5,640,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by upstream leased assets, which account for about 4,442,000 kg CO2e. AIMCo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 10% reduction in emissions intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030. Additionally, the corporation has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2055, reflecting a long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action. This data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that AIMCo's emissions reporting and climate initiatives are independently managed. The corporation's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing trend among financial institutions to address climate change.

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Scope 1
620,000
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Scope 2
1,082,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 3
643,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Alberta Investment Management Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alberta Investment Management Corporation's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Alberta Investment Management Corporation's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Alberta Investment Management Corporation is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Alberta Investment Management Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Alberta Investment Management Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 777% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Upstream Leased Assets
79%
Business Travel
17%

Alberta Investment Management Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Alberta Investment Management Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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