Metrolinx, a prominent transportation agency headquartered in Ontario, Canada, plays a pivotal role in the region's transit landscape. Established in 2006, it has significantly advanced public transport solutions across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). Specialising in integrated transit planning and operations, Metrolinx oversees the GO Transit rail and bus services, as well as the development of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) systems. Its commitment to enhancing mobility is evident through key projects like the expansion of the GO network and the introduction of the UP Express service, which connects Toronto Pearson International Airport to downtown Toronto. Recognised for its innovative approach to sustainable transit, Metrolinx continues to strengthen its market position, making strides in reducing congestion and improving accessibility for millions of commuters.
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In 2023, Metrolinx reported total carbon emissions of approximately 227,718,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 223,314,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 4,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 188,441,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 184,841,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 4,036,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Metrolinx's emissions were approximately 149,805,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 144,108,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 5,257,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a fluctuation in emissions over the years, with a notable reduction from 2020, where total emissions were about 286,571,000 kg CO2e, including approximately 281,371,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 4,622,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these figures, Metrolinx has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action. Overall, Metrolinx's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the potential for future improvements in their sustainability efforts.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 281,371,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,622,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Metrolinx 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.