Transalta
TransAlta Corporation, commonly known as TransAlta, is a leading Canadian power generation and wholesale marketing company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1901, TransAlta has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on renewable energy, natural gas, and coal-fired power generation across Canada, the United States, and Australia. With a diverse portfolio that includes wind, hydro, and solar energy, TransAlta is committed to sustainability and innovation in the energy industry. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a transition towards cleaner energy sources, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the shift to a low-carbon economy. Recognised for its operational excellence, TransAlta continues to enhance its market position through strategic investments and a commitment to environmental stewardship.
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Industry Average
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Transalta's score of 30 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Transalta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, TransAlta Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,908,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 10,871,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 37,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. TransAlta has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 56.3% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per megawatt-hour (MWh) by 2026, using 2015 as the baseline year. This target translates to an estimated 75% absolute reduction in these emissions. Additionally, TransAlta is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 46.2% within the same timeframe. Historically, TransAlta's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 26,165,200,000 kg CO2e in Canada in 2009 and 22,256,100,000 kg CO2e in 2011. The company has made strides in addressing its environmental impact, aligning its reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure they are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. TransAlta's commitment to sustainability is evident in its strategic initiatives aimed at reducing emissions and transitioning towards cleaner energy sources, reinforcing its role in the electric utilities sector while addressing climate change challenges.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,624,500,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 200,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Transalta is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
