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Fish Product Manufacturing
CA
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Marine Harvest Canada Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Marine Harvest Canada Inc., a leading player in the aquaculture industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates primarily in the coastal regions of British Columbia. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of high-quality farmed salmon, renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in fish farming. Specialising in the production of Atlantic salmon, Marine Harvest Canada Inc. stands out for its rigorous quality control and environmentally responsible methods. The company has achieved significant milestones, including certifications that underscore its dedication to sustainability and food safety. With a strong market position, Marine Harvest Canada Inc. continues to be a trusted name in seafood, contributing to both local economies and global markets through its premium products.

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How does Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'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.

60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Fish Product Manufacturing 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s score of 60 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Mowi ASA

Marine Harvest Canada Inc., headquartered in Canada, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Mowi ASA, which influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. As part of its corporate family, Marine Harvest Canada Inc. inherits climate initiatives and targets from Mowi ASA. Mowi ASA has established various reduction initiatives, although specific targets or achievements for Marine Harvest Canada Inc. are not detailed. The absence of documented reduction targets or commitments suggests that the company may still be in the process of developing its own specific climate strategies. In the broader context of the aquaculture industry, companies like Marine Harvest Canada Inc. are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and climate action. While specific emissions data and reduction targets are not available, the commitment to environmental responsibility remains a key focus for the sector.

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Scope 2
26,786,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s primary industry is Fish Product Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s Location?

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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 Marine Harvest Canada Inc. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 16% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
68%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
29%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Marine Harvest Canada Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Marine Harvest Canada Inc. 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.

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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