University Of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa, often referred to as uOttawa, is a prominent institution located in Ottawa, Canada. Founded in 1848, it has established itself as a leader in higher education, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines. The university is particularly renowned for its research initiatives and bilingual education, catering to both English and French-speaking students. With a strong emphasis on innovation and community engagement, uOttawa excels in fields such as health sciences, social sciences, and engineering. Its strategic location in the nation’s capital enhances its connections with government and industry, positioning it as a key player in the Canadian educational landscape. The university's commitment to academic excellence and inclusivity has earned it recognition as one of Canada's top research universities.
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University Of Ottawa's score of 25 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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University Of Ottawa's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the University of Ottawa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and Scope 3 sources. Specifically, emissions from purchased electricity amounted to about 15,922 kg CO2e, while purchased steam contributed approximately 3,000 kg CO2e. The university's Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, with employee commuting accounting for about 16,768 kg CO2e, purchased goods and services for approximately 16,060 kg CO2e, and waste generated in operations contributing around 1,386 kg CO2e. In 2021, the university's emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 16,530,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions also around 16,531,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 2,253,000 kg CO2e. This included business travel emissions of approximately 5,000 kg CO2e and waste generated in operations at about 574,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, the University of Ottawa has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The data presented is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the university's emissions reporting is independent. The university continues to engage in climate action, although specific pledges or targets have not been disclosed.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,530,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 16,531,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,253,000 | 00,000 |
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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.
University Of Ottawa 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.
