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BDO Canada Sustainability Profile

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BDO Canada LLP, a prominent member of the global BDO network, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across major regions, including Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia. Founded in 1958, BDO has established itself as a leader in the accounting and advisory industry, providing a comprehensive range of services such as audit, tax, and advisory solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses. With a commitment to delivering exceptional client service, BDO Canada stands out for its personalised approach and deep industry expertise. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as one of Canada's top accounting firms, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to excellence. BDO's innovative solutions and strategic insights empower clients to navigate complex challenges, making it a trusted partner in their growth and success.

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59

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

BDO Canada's score of 59 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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BDO Canada's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, BDO Canada LLP reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 19,430,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 11,280,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 20,628,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. BDO Canada has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. Furthermore, the firm has committed to a long-term target of achieving a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, BDO Canada aims for a 90% reduction by 2050 and a 51.6% reduction per CAD value added by 2030. Additionally, BDO Canada has pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from BDO Canada LLP, which operates as a current subsidiary within the BDO global network. This structured approach underscores BDO Canada's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the professional services sector.

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20222023
Scope 1
2,377,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,036,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
20,939,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is BDO Canada's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BDO Canada's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is BDO Canada's Location?

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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. This request for BDO Canada is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

BDO Canada'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.

BDO Canada has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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