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British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority, commonly known as BC Hydro, is a leading provider of electricity transmission services in Canada. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, the company plays a crucial role in delivering reliable power across the province, serving millions of customers in both urban and rural areas.
Founded in 1962, BC Hydro has achieved significant milestones in the energy sector, including advancements in renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure development. The company focuses on generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation.
BC Hydro's unique offerings include a diverse energy portfolio that integrates hydroelectric power, which accounts for a substantial portion of its generation capacity. Recognised for its commitment to environmental stewardship, BC Hydro continues to maintain a strong market position, contributing to British Columbia's energy needs while promoting energy efficiency and conservation.
+8 vs industry average
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority’s score of 35 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electricity Transmission is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Electricity Transmission industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority, a Canadian transmission services of electricity provider, reported its carbon emissions for 2025 as follows: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 199,105,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1,270,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were roughly 570,500,000 kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 205,433,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1,357,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 459,936,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority disclosed Scope 1 emissions of approximately 292,313,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 1,426,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 569,400,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 226,194,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 1,237,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 833,379,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company's Scope 1 emissions were about 247,266,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 2,110,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached roughly 595,001,000 kg CO2e.
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority has not disclosed any specific carbon reduction targets or commitments, such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments or a Climate Pledge. The company's emissions data for all reported years are directly from British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority itself, with no cascaded information from parent or related organisations.
No climate goals have been disclosed for British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority yet.
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