FortisAlberta Inc., a leading utility company headquartered in Calgary, Canada, has been a cornerstone of the electricity distribution industry since its establishment in 2003. Serving over 500,000 customers across central and southern Alberta, FortisAlberta is dedicated to delivering reliable and safe electrical services. The company operates within the energy sector, focusing on the distribution of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. FortisAlberta's commitment to innovation is evident in its advanced infrastructure and customer-centric solutions, which enhance service reliability and efficiency. Recognised for its operational excellence, FortisAlberta has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of smart grid technology. This positions the company as a key player in the transition towards sustainable energy practices, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the evolving energy landscape in Canada.
How does FortisAlberta'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.
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FortisAlberta's score of 23 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, FortisAlberta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,957,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 4,788,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 9,938,550,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 10,616,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 5,192,000 kg CO2e in the same year. The Scope 3 emissions also rose from 9,307,557,000 kg CO2e in 2022. FortisAlberta's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, FortisAlberta Inc., which is a current subsidiary. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for FortisAlberta at this time. The company is part of a broader industry context that is increasingly focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing sustainability practices. Overall, FortisAlberta's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the value chain, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to address climate commitments effectively.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 95,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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FortisAlberta 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.