Fortis
Fortis Inc., a leading energy provider headquartered in California, has established itself as a key player in the utility industry since its founding in 1885. With a strong presence across North America, Fortis operates in various regions, including Canada and the Caribbean, delivering reliable electricity and natural gas services to millions of customers. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions, focusing on renewable energy sources and innovative technologies. Fortis offers a diverse range of services, including electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as natural gas distribution, setting itself apart through its customer-centric approach and investment in infrastructure. Recognised for its operational excellence, Fortis has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position as one of the largest investor-owned utilities in North America. Its dedication to sustainability and community engagement further solidifies its reputation as a trusted energy provider.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Fortis'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
Fortis's score of 24 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Fortis's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Fortis reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,155,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,155,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 158,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity, which decreased to about 0.953 kg CO2e per unit of energy delivered. Over the years, Fortis has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 8,748,000,000 kg CO2e, while in 2021, they were about 9,742,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Fortis's emissions profile includes significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which were not detailed in the latest data but are critical for understanding the full impact of their operations. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions as part of its broader sustainability strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,769,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,445,000,000 | 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.
Fortis 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.
