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Capital Power

Capital Power Corporation, headquartered in Canada, is a leading player in the energy sector, primarily focused on power generation. Established in 2009, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including Alberta and Ontario, positioning itself as a significant contributor to the North American energy landscape. Specialising in natural gas and renewable energy sources, Capital Power is committed to delivering sustainable and reliable electricity. Its innovative approach to energy production, coupled with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, sets it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of several high-efficiency power plants, reinforcing its reputation for operational excellence. With a robust portfolio of assets and a strategic vision for growth, Capital Power continues to enhance its market position, striving to meet the evolving energy needs of communities while prioritising sustainability and efficiency.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Capital Power'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.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Capital Power's score of 33 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

86%

Capital Power's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Capital Power reported carbon emissions of approximately 18,751,151,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (18,751,151,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (32,883,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (2,589,787,000 kg CO2e). The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant reduction in GHG intensity to about 470 kg CO2e per MWh of electricity generated. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by Capital Power, such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments or documented reduction targets. The absence of formal climate pledges indicates a potential area for growth in their sustainability strategy. Overall, while Capital Power has made strides in emissions reporting, further commitments and targets could enhance its climate action profile.

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Scope 1
11,919,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,600
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,600
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
000
0,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Capital Power's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Capital Power is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Capital Power 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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