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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec
Financial IntermediationCanada
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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) is a prominent institutional investor headquartered in Canada, specifically in Quebec. Established in 1965, CDPQ plays a vital role in the financial intermediation services sector, focusing on investment management and asset allocation across various industries. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, the organisation manages a diversified portfolio that includes equities, fixed income, infrastructure, and real estate.
CDPQ is renowned for its commitment to sustainable investment practices, setting it apart in the competitive financial landscape. The institution has achieved significant milestones, including substantial growth in assets under management, which positions it as one of the largest pension fund managers in the world. Through its innovative approach and strategic partnerships, CDPQ continues to influence the financial markets while delivering value to its stakeholders.
47
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+10 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.096
20182025
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec's reported carbon emissions
Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), a Canadian financial intermediation services provider, reported Scope 1 emissions of 32,200 kg CO2e in 2023. This marks a decrease from 37,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 40,600 kg CO2e in 2021. Their Scope 1 emissions have consistently decreased from 79,400 kg CO2e in 2017 to 32,200 kg CO2e in 2023.
CDPQ is committed to a net-zero portfolio by 2050. They aim to achieve a 60% reduction in the carbon intensity of their portfolio by 2030, compared to 2017, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, their subsidiary Ivanhoé Cambridge committed in 2021 to reduce the operational carbon intensity of its international portfolio by 35% by 2025, compared to 2017, across Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. CDPQ also targets a 35% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per square foot in their three business offices in Québec by 2025, compared to 2017.
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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
Reduction target by 2050
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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