Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited, headquartered in Ontario, Canada, is a leading retailer in the automotive, hardware, sports, and leisure sectors. Founded in 1922, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a household name across Canada with a vast network of stores and a strong online presence. With a diverse range of core products, including automotive parts, home improvement tools, and outdoor recreational gear, Canadian Tire distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer service. The company also operates several subsidiaries, such as Mark's and SportChek, enhancing its market position. Recognised for its innovative loyalty programme, Canadian Tire has achieved notable milestones, including being one of Canada's most trusted brands. Its extensive reach and comprehensive product offerings solidify its status as a cornerstone of Canadian retail.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Canadian Tire's score of 42 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Canadian Tire's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Canadian Tire reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,088,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 30,441,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 6,493,682,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 66,299,000 kg CO2e, and a decrease in Scope 3 emissions from approximately 3,602,387,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The breakdown of emissions in 2023 includes 19,308,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 41,575,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion under Scope 1. For Scope 2, the emissions from purchased electricity were about 31,512,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which accounted for approximately 2,673,513,000 kg CO2e, and the use of sold products, contributing about 3,511,028,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Canadian Tire has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company continues to engage in climate commitments, although details on specific pledges or targets remain unspecified. As a major player in the retail sector, Canadian Tire's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the industry in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 53,605,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,267,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,949,249,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Canadian Tire is not committed to any 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.
