Atco Sustainability Profile
Atco Ltd., commonly referred to as Atco, is a leading provider of integrated infrastructure solutions, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence across North America and internationally, specialising in utilities, energy, and modular structures. Atco is renowned for its innovative approach to providing essential services, including natural gas distribution, electricity generation, and workforce housing solutions. The company’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart in the industry, making it a preferred partner for various sectors. With a rich history of milestones, Atco has consistently demonstrated its market leadership through strategic expansions and a focus on customer-centric solutions. Its dedication to quality and safety has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the infrastructure sector.
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Atco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Atco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,150,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99.7% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 713,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 193,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw similar figures, with total emissions of about 23,409,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 698,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 199,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Atco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. This commitment reflects a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, ATCO Ltd., which provides a comprehensive overview of the organisation's carbon footprint and reduction initiatives. Atco's ongoing efforts demonstrate a commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability practices within its operations.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,049,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Atco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Atco's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 5% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Atco'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.
Atco 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.
