Cogeco Communications Inc., commonly known as Cogeco, is a prominent telecommunications and media company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1957, Cogeco has grown to serve millions of customers across Ontario and Quebec, providing a robust range of services in the cable and broadband industry. The company offers high-speed internet, digital television, and telephony services, distinguished by its commitment to customer service and innovative technology. Cogeco's unique approach to community engagement and local programming has solidified its reputation in the market. With a strong presence in the Canadian telecommunications landscape, Cogeco has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and strategic acquisitions. As a trusted provider, Cogeco continues to enhance connectivity and entertainment options for its customers, positioning itself as a leader in the industry.
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In 2023, Cogeco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 201,036,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 167,934,000 kg CO2e, which included 12,427,116 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,465,136 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 138,041,748 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the past few years, Cogeco has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, while Cogeco's emissions have fluctuated, the absence of clear reduction commitments suggests that the company may need to enhance its climate action efforts to align with industry standards and expectations.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | 24,993,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Cogeco is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.