Boralex Inc., a leading player in the renewable energy sector, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development and management of renewable energy facilities, focusing primarily on wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. Boralex is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique solutions that harness natural resources while minimising environmental impact. With a robust portfolio of over 2,000 MW of installed capacity, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its operational excellence and environmental stewardship. As a prominent force in the renewable energy market, Boralex continues to expand its footprint, contributing to a greener future while maintaining a strong position among industry leaders.
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In 2024, Boralex Inc., headquartered in Canada, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 88,961,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,789,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 85,842,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 69,291,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,227,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,710,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 66,354,000 kg CO2e. Boralex has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Furthermore, the company has committed to a long-term reduction target of 90% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. In addition, Boralex plans to achieve a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per kilowatt-hour produced and sold by 2050. Boralex is also focused on its supply chain, committing that 90% of its suppliers, covering capital goods and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2028. The company has pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Boralex's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 56,523,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,246,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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