Cogeco
Cogeco Communications Inc., commonly known as Cogeco, is a prominent telecommunications and media company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1957, Cogeco has grown to become a key player in the industry, primarily serving Ontario and Quebec. The company offers a diverse range of services, including high-speed internet, digital television, and telephony, distinguished by its commitment to customer service and innovative technology. With a strong market position, Cogeco has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its fibre-optic network to enhance connectivity for residential and business customers. The company is recognised for its competitive pricing and reliable service, making it a preferred choice for many Canadians seeking quality telecommunications solutions. As a forward-thinking organisation, Cogeco continues to adapt to the evolving digital landscape, ensuring it meets the needs of its customers effectively.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cogeco'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
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
Cogeco's score of 25 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cogeco's reported carbon emissions
Cogeco Inc., headquartered in Canada, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Although specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. Cogeco aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 65% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it plans to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions—primarily from downstream leased assets and employee commuting—by 30% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, by 2025, Cogeco commits that 50% of its suppliers, based on spend for purchased goods and services and capital goods, will have science-based targets. For long-term goals, Cogeco has set a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction for Scope 3 emissions. These targets align with the science-based criteria necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating Cogeco's commitment to sustainability and climate action in the telecommunications sector.
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Cogeco is committed to some 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.
