Canonical Ltd., headquartered in the United Kingdom, is a leading software company renowned for its contributions to the open-source community. Founded in 2004, Canonical is best known for developing Ubuntu, a popular Linux distribution that has become a cornerstone in both personal and enterprise computing environments. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Canonical focuses on cloud computing, IoT, and containerisation, providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Its unique offerings, such as Ubuntu Advantage and Juju, empower businesses to streamline their IT infrastructure while maintaining flexibility and security. Recognised for its commitment to open-source principles, Canonical has established itself as a key player in the tech industry, driving advancements in software development and deployment.
How does Canonical Ltd.'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.
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Canonical Ltd.'s score of 26 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Canonical Ltd., headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is identified as a current subsidiary and inherits its climate commitments and data from its parent organization, which is not specified in the available information. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Canonical Ltd. is part of a broader corporate family that may have established climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a current subsidiary, Canonical Ltd. may align its climate strategies with those of its parent organization, but specific details regarding these initiatives or any inherited targets are not provided. The company’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint remains unclear without concrete data or defined goals.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Canonical Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
