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Ontario Power Generation

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Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is a leading energy provider headquartered in Ontario, Canada. Established in 1999, OPG has become a pivotal player in the electricity generation industry, primarily focusing on hydroelectric, nuclear, and renewable energy sources. With a commitment to sustainability, OPG operates numerous facilities across Ontario, contributing significantly to the province's energy needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to energy production, offering a diverse portfolio of services that includes electricity generation, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. OPG's dedication to clean energy solutions has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy efficiency. As a trusted provider, Ontario Power Generation continues to play a crucial role in shaping a sustainable energy future for Ontario and beyond.

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5

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wind Power 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ontario Power Generation's score of 5 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13%

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Ontario Power Generation's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Ontario Power Generation (OPG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,910,530,000 kg CO2e, which includes 2,894,334,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 16,197,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions primarily stem from stationary combustion processes. In the same year, OPG's Scope 2 emissions represented the indirect emissions associated with the generation of purchased electricity. For 2023, OPG has not disclosed specific emissions data, but it continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives. Notably, OPG has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Historically, OPG has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions per gigawatt-hour (GWh) of total electricity generation reported at approximately 36,900 kg CO2e in 2022. This reflects ongoing efforts to transition towards cleaner energy sources, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been detailed. Overall, while OPG has made strides in emissions reporting and sustainability, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.

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Scope 1
581,922,000
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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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. Ontario Power Generation's primary industry is Electricity by wind, which is medium 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 Ontario Power Generation is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Ontario Power Generation 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
Reduction Actions

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