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J.D. Irving, Limited

J.D. Irving, Limited, a prominent Canadian conglomerate, is headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, with significant operations across Canada and the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has evolved into a leader in various sectors, including forestry, manufacturing, and transportation. Specialising in products such as lumber, paper, and packaging, J.D. Irving is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in the competitive landscape. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable forestry practices and a strong market presence in the North American supply chain. With a diverse portfolio and a focus on quality, J.D. Irving, Limited continues to solidify its position as a key player in the industry, driving growth and excellence across its business areas.

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Forestry and Logging 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.

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Industry Benchmark

J.D. Irving, Limited's score of 18 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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J.D. Irving, Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, J.D. Irving, Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 998,229,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 453,067,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 585,656,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Compared to 2020, when total emissions were about 908,572,000 kg CO2e, this represents an increase in emissions, with Scope 1 rising from approximately 390,851,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 from about 509,797,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to sustainability and actively engages in various climate-related initiatives, although specific details on these commitments are not provided. Overall, J.D. Irving, Limited's emissions data highlights the need for ongoing efforts to address carbon emissions and enhance climate commitments in line with industry standards.

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201920202021
Scope 1
343,691,000
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Scope 2
549,222,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. J.D. Irving, Limited's primary industry is Products of forestry, logging and related services (02), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for J.D. Irving, Limited is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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J.D. Irving, Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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