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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) is a prominent institutional investor headquartered in Canada, with a significant presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1965, CDPQ has established itself as a leader in the investment management industry, focusing on various sectors such as infrastructure, real estate, and private equity. The organisation uniquely combines its expertise in asset management with a commitment to sustainable investment practices, making it a key player in the global market. CDPQ manages a diversified portfolio valued at hundreds of billions, consistently achieving notable returns for its clients, which include public and parapublic pension plans. With a strong emphasis on innovation and responsible investing, CDPQ continues to shape the future of investment in Quebec and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec'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.

29

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec's score of 29 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec's reported carbon emissions

As of 2023, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) has made significant strides in its climate commitments, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The organisation has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. In terms of specific emissions data, CDPQ reported a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions per square foot in its three business offices in Québec, achieving a decrease of approximately 19.27 kg CO2e compared to 2017 levels. This reflects the organisation's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within its operational footprint. CDPQ's carbon intensity has shown a downward trend over the years, with the carbon intensity of its portfolio recorded at 0.037 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2022, down from 0.041 kg CO2e in 2021 and 0.049 kg CO2e in 2020. This indicates a commitment to reducing emissions relative to revenue generation. The organisation is actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), having committed to long-term net-zero targets. This commitment underscores CDPQ's dedication to aligning its operations with global climate goals and contributing to a sustainable future. Overall, CDPQ's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to managing and reducing carbon emissions, demonstrating leadership in the financial sector's transition towards sustainability.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec'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. Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec 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.

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is committed to some 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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