Emera
Emera Inc., headquartered in Canada, is a prominent energy and utility company that operates across North America and the Caribbean. Founded in 2000, Emera has established itself as a leader in the energy sector, focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as natural gas services. With a diverse portfolio that includes renewable energy projects and innovative utility solutions, Emera is committed to sustainability and customer-centric service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy capacity and strategic acquisitions that enhance its market position. Recognised for its dedication to clean energy and operational excellence, Emera continues to drive advancements in the energy industry, making it a key player in the transition towards a more sustainable future.
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Emera's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Emera reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,557,728,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 13,336,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 8,301,206,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Emera's emissions have shown significant figures, such as 14,925,186,000 kg CO2e in 2022, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 14,676,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported high levels of Scope 1 and 3 emissions, indicating a substantial carbon footprint primarily from direct operations and supply chain activities. Emera's emissions data from 2021 revealed a total of about 15,308,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 15,451,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or made significant commitments to reduce emissions, which places them in a challenging position within the industry as climate action becomes increasingly critical. Overall, while Emera has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.
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| 2005 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,885,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Emera 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.
