FortisBC
FortisBC Inc., headquartered in British Columbia, Canada, is a leading utility company in the energy sector, primarily focused on natural gas and electricity distribution. Established in 2004, FortisBC has grown through strategic acquisitions and expansions, serving over one million customers across the province. The company offers a range of core services, including natural gas supply, electric power distribution, and renewable energy solutions, distinguishing itself with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. FortisBC is recognised for its efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy efficiency, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a strong market presence, FortisBC continues to achieve notable milestones in customer service and environmental stewardship, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted energy provider in British Columbia.
DitchCarbon Score
How does FortisBC'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
Mean score of companies in the Natural Gas Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
FortisBC's score of 13 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
FortisBC's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, FortisBC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 239,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 7,200,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 11,610,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and customer use of products. The company's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with notable figures from previous years including 149,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 6,100,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2021, and 133,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 6,300,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2020. The Scope 3 emissions have also been substantial, with 11,700,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 11,200,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in the provided data, FortisBC's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting. The company continues to monitor and disclose its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate action.
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Get Started| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 151,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,300,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
FortisBC 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.
