Freehold Royalties Ltd., commonly referred to as Freehold Royalties, is a prominent player in the Canadian oil and gas industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in the acquisition and management of oil and gas royalties, primarily focusing on the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. Freehold Royalties distinguishes itself through its unique business model, which centres on generating revenue from a diverse portfolio of royalty interests rather than direct production. This approach allows the company to mitigate operational risks while capitalising on the growth of its partners. With a strong market position, Freehold Royalties has achieved notable milestones, including consistent dividend payments and a robust asset base, making it a preferred choice for investors seeking exposure to the energy sector.
How does Freehold Royalties'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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In 2021, Freehold Royalties reported total carbon emissions of approximately 435,000 kg CO2e, comprising 91,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 344,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel, accounted for about 5,390 kg CO2e. This marked a reduction from 2020, where total emissions were approximately 547,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 71,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 476,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions data transparently, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the industry context. Freehold Royalties operates from its headquarters in Canada and has disclosed emissions data for multiple years, demonstrating a consistent approach to tracking its carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported by Freehold Royalties Ltd.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,300 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
Freehold Royalties's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 37% last year and decreased by approximately 66% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Freehold Royalties has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

