The Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board, commonly known as Manitoba Hydro, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada. Established in 1906, the company has grown to become a cornerstone of the province's energy sector, primarily serving Manitoba and parts of neighbouring regions. Specialising in hydroelectric power generation, transmission, and distribution, Manitoba Hydro is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. The company operates an extensive network of hydroelectric plants and transmission lines, making it a key player in the renewable energy landscape. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, Manitoba Hydro has achieved significant milestones, including the development of major hydroelectric projects that enhance its market position. As a trusted provider, it continues to lead the way in delivering reliable and environmentally responsible energy to its customers.
How does Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board'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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Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board's score of 25 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, the Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,495,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 128,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 495,000 kg CO2e. For the previous year, 2022, the emissions data remained consistent, with total emissions also reported at approximately 1,495,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 and 495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 2 emissions specifically. Currently, Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board has not set any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board. Overall, while the organisation has made strides in reporting its emissions, it has yet to establish formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board 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.

