Public Profile

BDC

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a pivotal financial institution headquartered in Canada, with a strong presence across various provinces. Established in 1944, BDC has consistently supported Canadian entrepreneurs by providing tailored financing solutions and advisory services, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). BDC's core offerings include venture capital, growth capital, and consulting services, all designed to foster innovation and drive business growth. What sets BDC apart is its commitment to understanding the unique challenges faced by Canadian businesses, enabling it to deliver customised support that aligns with their specific needs. Recognised as a leader in the Canadian financial landscape, BDC has achieved significant milestones, including its role in financing thousands of businesses, thereby contributing to the overall economic development of the country.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BDC'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.

23

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

BDC's score of 23 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BDC's reported carbon emissions

BDC, headquartered in California, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no specific figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This lack of data suggests that BDC may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting on its carbon footprint. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it is essential for BDC to establish clear emissions reduction goals and strategies to align with global climate standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BDC's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. BDC 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.

BDC 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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