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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Emera'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
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Industry Benchmark
Emera's score of 25 is higher than 88% 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, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 13,336,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions contributing approximately 8,301,206,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. In previous years, Emera's emissions have shown variability, with 2021 emissions recorded at approximately 15,308,000,000 kg CO2e, including 6,127,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. The company has not established formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Emera's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 3) emissions in their climate strategy. As the company continues to evolve its sustainability practices, stakeholders may look for more defined targets and initiatives to mitigate their carbon footprint in the coming years.
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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
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Emera is not committed to any 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.
