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Food Waste Incineration
CA
updated 9 months ago

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd., commonly referred to as Progressive Waste, is a leading waste management company headquartered in Canada. Established in 2008, the firm has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Ontario and British Columbia, positioning itself as a key player in the waste management and recycling industry. Specialising in comprehensive waste collection, recycling, and disposal services, Progressive Waste is committed to sustainability and innovative waste solutions. Their unique approach integrates advanced technologies and environmentally responsible practices, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on customer service and community engagement, Progressive Waste Solutions has achieved notable milestones, including significant reductions in landfill waste and increased recycling rates. Their dedication to creating a cleaner, greener future underscores their reputation as a trusted partner in waste management.

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How does Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'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.

32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Waste Incineration 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s score of 32 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Waste Connections, Inc.

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd., headquartered in Canada, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a merged entity and inherits its emissions data and climate commitments from its parent organisation, Waste Connections, Inc. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges directly attributed to Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. However, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets may be influenced by the broader commitments of Waste Connections, Inc., which operates under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework. Given the absence of specific emissions data and reduction targets, Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. is positioned within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. The company may align its strategies with those of its parent organisation to enhance its climate commitments in the future.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
7,239,950,000
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Scope 2
50,213,000
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Scope 3
1,241,228,000
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000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s primary industry is Food Waste Incineration, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'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 Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 18% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 16% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
52%
Capital Goods
26%
Waste Generated in Operations
9%
Business Travel
8%
Use of Sold Products
4%
Purchased Goods and Services
2%

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd.'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.

Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. 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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