The City of Toronto, often referred to simply as Toronto, is the largest city in Canada and serves as a pivotal hub for public administration and defence services, alongside compulsory social security services. Headquartered in Ontario, Toronto operates extensively across the Greater Toronto Area, providing essential services to its diverse population.
Founded in 1834, the City has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of various social programs aimed at enhancing community welfare. Its core services encompass public safety, health services, and social support, distinguished by a commitment to inclusivity and innovation.
Toronto holds a prominent market position as a leader in urban governance, recognised for its effective management of public resources and community engagement initiatives. The City continues to evolve, addressing the needs of its residents while maintaining a focus on sustainability and social equity.
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Industry Intensity
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
City of Toronto's reported carbon emissions
The City of Toronto, operating within the public administration and defence services industry in Canada, has set ambitious climate targets. For 2022, the most recent reported year with detailed emissions data, the city's total greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 15,500 kg CO2e. This total comprised about 8,525 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,425 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,550 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
The City of Toronto has established several key reduction targets:
- Net Zero by 2040: This overarching goal aims for net zero greenhouse gas emissions community-wide by 2040.
- 65% Reduction by 2030: The city aims to achieve a 65% reduction in community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, compared to 2020 global emissions. This aligns with IPCC recommendations for staying below 1.5°C of global warming.
- 45% Reduction by 2025: As part of the TransformTO Net Zero Strategy, a target of reducing community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2025 is in place.
- 80% Reduction by 2050: Building on earlier commitments, the city has a long-term goal to reduce Toronto-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 80% from 1990 levels by 2050.
Additionally, the City of Toronto has set corporate-wide emission reduction targets, aiming for a 65% reduction in GHG emissions from City operations by 2030, relative to a 2008 base year.
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City of Toronto’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
80% reduction in all scopes
The recommended scenario achieves a 25% reduction over the BAP, which is a significant improvement. However, the accumulation is not as low…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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