Canadian Utilities
Canadian Utilities Limited, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is a leading provider in the utilities sector, primarily serving regions across Canada and Australia. Founded in 1911, the company has established itself as a key player in electricity generation, natural gas distribution, and energy infrastructure services. With a diverse portfolio that includes renewable energy projects and innovative utility solutions, Canadian Utilities stands out for its commitment to sustainability and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of one of Canada’s largest renewable energy portfolios. Recognised for its operational excellence, Canadian Utilities has consistently ranked among the top utility companies in North America, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to delivering reliable energy solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Canadian Utilities'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Canadian Utilities's score of 36 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Canadian Utilities's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Canadian Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,538,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 321,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 178,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 21,038,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from the use of sold products, accounting for about 15,958,000,000 kg CO2e, and fuel and energy-related activities, which contributed approximately 7,451,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Canadian Utilities has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 22,735,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions in 2023. The company has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for clearer commitments in the context of global climate action. Overall, Canadian Utilities is actively monitoring its emissions across all scopes, but further transparency regarding specific reduction strategies and targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 377,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 72,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
Canadian Utilities 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.
