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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Industry Benchmark
Emera's score of 24 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Emera's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Emera reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,557,728,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,336,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 13,335,892,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,301,206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, when total emissions were about 14,925,186,000 kg CO2e. Emera's emissions have shown a downward trend over the years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 14,925,186,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 14,676,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 8,810,772,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were around 15,308,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 15,451,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of 9,158,000,000 kg CO2e. Emera has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the company continues to focus on reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity, which was reported at 410.0 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023. The ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility, aligning with industry standards for reducing carbon footprints.
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Add to project| 2005 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,048,100,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
| 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 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.
