Canadian Broadcasting
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), also known as Radio-Canada, is a prominent public broadcaster headquartered in Canada. Established in 1936, CBC has played a pivotal role in shaping the Canadian media landscape, providing a diverse range of programming across television, radio, and digital platforms. With major operational regions spanning across the country, CBC serves millions of Canadians, offering news, entertainment, and cultural content that reflects the nation’s rich diversity. CBC's core services include national and regional news coverage, original television series, and radio programming, all distinguished by their commitment to high-quality journalism and storytelling. As a leader in the broadcasting industry, CBC has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted source of information and entertainment. With a focus on innovation and audience engagement, CBC continues to adapt to the evolving media landscape while remaining a cornerstone of Canadian culture.
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Canadian Broadcasting's score of 45 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Canadian Broadcasting's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Canadian Broadcasting (CBC/Radio-Canada) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,360,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,985,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 9,023,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 48,352,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 20,481,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 5,829,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (around 4,023,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, CBC/Radio-Canada's total emissions were about 65,572,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The organisation has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% relative to a 2019-2020 baseline, with a deadline of 2026. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate accountability. CBC/Radio-Canada's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The organisation's ongoing efforts and reduction initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and minimising its environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,581,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,712,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 85,491,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Canadian Broadcasting is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
