Algonquin Power And Utilities
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., commonly referred to as Algonquin, is a leading North American renewable energy and utility company headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1988, Algonquin has established a strong presence in the renewable energy sector, focusing on wind, solar, and hydroelectric power generation, alongside regulated utility services in the United States and Canada. With a commitment to sustainability, Algonquin operates a diverse portfolio of assets that includes over 1,500 megawatts of renewable energy capacity. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to clean energy solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Notable achievements include consistent growth in both operational capacity and market share, solidifying Algonquin's reputation as a trusted provider of environmentally responsible energy solutions.
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Algonquin Power And Utilities's score of 40 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Algonquin Power And Utilities's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Algonquin Power and Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,081,332,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 2,081,332,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 88,737,000 kg CO2e. In Canada, the company’s emissions were about 4,085,000 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 and 2 sources. In 2022, the company’s global emissions were approximately 2,379,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions contributing about 2,350,050,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 89,200,000 kg CO2e. In Canada, emissions were reported at approximately 3,074,000 kg CO2e. Algonquin Power and Utilities has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data. However, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint through various operational strategies. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. Overall, Algonquin Power and Utilities is positioned within the utility sector, which is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of transparent emissions reporting and proactive climate action.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 273,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
