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.
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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec's score of 32 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) reported a carbon intensity of approximately 0.0322 kg CO2e per USD of revenue, reflecting its commitment to sustainable investing. The organisation has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 60% reduction in portfolio carbon intensity by 2030 compared to 2017 levels. This commitment aligns with their long-term goal of achieving a net-zero portfolio by 2050. CDPQ's emissions data does not specify absolute emissions figures for Scope 1, 2, or 3, indicating a focus on carbon intensity metrics rather than total emissions. The carbon intensity of their portfolio has shown a decreasing trend over the years, with previous years reporting higher intensities, such as 0.041 kg CO2e per USD in 2021 and 0.049 kg CO2e per USD in 2020. The organisation's climate initiatives are supported by its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where it has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability within its investment portfolio and contribute to global climate goals.
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