BCLC, or the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, is a prominent player in the gaming and entertainment industry, headquartered in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1985, BCLC has evolved significantly, becoming a leader in responsible gaming and community support through its various initiatives. The corporation operates across British Columbia, offering a diverse range of products and services, including lottery games, online gaming, and casino operations. BCLC is renowned for its commitment to player protection and community funding, contributing billions to provincial programs. With a strong market position, BCLC continues to innovate, ensuring a unique gaming experience while prioritising social responsibility.
How does Bclc'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.
Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.
Bclc's score of 26 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 881,000 kg CO2e. This marked a reduction from 2021, when emissions were about 807,000 kg CO2e, and a significant decrease from 2020's total of approximately 1,006,000 kg CO2e. Over the past four years, BCLC has demonstrated a downward trend in emissions, with a notable reduction of about 125,000 kg CO2e from 2020 to 2021. BCLC's emissions data does not specify breakdowns into Scope 1, 2, or 3 categories, nor does it disclose any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, there are no documented climate pledges or formal reduction initiatives reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that BCLC's reporting is independent. The corporation continues to monitor its carbon footprint as part of its commitment to environmental accountability.
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.
Bclc 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.

