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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In 2024, Emera reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,383,982,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside about 8,626,820,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, where they were about 8,301,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions rose from approximately 13,336,000,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Emera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero CO2 emissions target by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses significant near-term reductions, including a target of 55% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2005 levels. Additionally, Emera plans to achieve an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions and retire its last coal unit by no later than 2040. The emissions data is sourced from Emera Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is actively tracking its progress against these targets, which are critical for aligning with global climate initiatives and regulatory requirements.
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| 2005 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,885,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
