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Algonquin Power And Utilities

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., commonly referred to as Algonquin, is a leading player in the renewable energy and utility sectors, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1988, the company has established a strong presence across North America, focusing on sustainable energy solutions and utility services. Algonquin operates primarily in the renewable energy sector, providing clean power through wind, solar, and hydroelectric projects, alongside regulated utility services that ensure reliable water and electricity supply. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a key contributor to the transition towards a greener economy. With a robust portfolio and a dedication to environmental stewardship, Algonquin Power & Utilities has achieved significant milestones, including substantial growth in renewable energy capacity, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Algonquin Power And Utilities's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Algonquin Power And Utilities's score of 37 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Algonquin Power And Utilities's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Algonquin Power and Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,072,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 11,100,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 51,971,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. In previous years, emissions have varied significantly. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were around 63,097,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 10,965,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 52,132,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to monitoring and reporting its emissions across all relevant scopes, including Scope 3, which accounted for a substantial portion of its emissions in earlier years. Algonquin Power and Utilities continues to engage in sustainability reporting, reflecting its awareness of climate impact and the importance of transparency in emissions data. However, the absence of specific reduction targets indicates a potential area for growth in their climate strategy.

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Scope 1
273,000,000
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Scope 2
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Algonquin Power And Utilities's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Algonquin Power And Utilities is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Algonquin Power And Utilities is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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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