Concordia University, a prominent institution in higher education, is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Established in 1974, it has rapidly evolved into a leading university known for its diverse academic offerings and innovative research initiatives. With a strong focus on arts, sciences, engineering, and business, Concordia serves a vibrant student body and is recognised for its commitment to experiential learning and community engagement. The university's unique blend of interdisciplinary programmes and cutting-edge facilities positions it as a key player in the Canadian education sector. Notable achievements include its ranking among the top universities in Canada and its emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility. Concordia University continues to shape the future of education, fostering a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and critical thinking.
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In 2022, Concordia University reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,970,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,682,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2021, when the university's total emissions were about 8,000,000 kg CO2e, with 536,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,717,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,620,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Concordia University has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate action strategies. The university's emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organization. Overall, while Concordia University has made strides in tracking its carbon footprint, the lack of defined reduction commitments highlights an opportunity for further engagement in climate action and sustainability efforts.
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2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 536,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,717,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,620,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Concordia University 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.