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The University of Ottawa, often referred to simply as uOttawa, is a prominent higher education institution headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Established in 1848, it has a long-standing history of academic excellence and innovation within the education services sector. The university serves a diverse student body across its main campus and various regional campuses, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Specialising in areas such as arts, sciences, law, and business, uOttawa is recognised for its bilingual instruction and commitment to research. Its notable achievements include fostering a vibrant academic community and contributing significantly to Canada's educational landscape. As a leading institution in the education services industry, the university continues to uphold its reputation for academic rigour and societal impact.
25
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+2 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
University Of Ottawa's reported carbon emissions
University of Ottawa's 2022 emissions data shows Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at 15,922,000 kg CO2e and purchased steam at 3,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions include employee commute at 16,768,000 kg CO2e, purchased goods and services at 16,060,000 kg CO2e, and waste generated in operations at 1,386,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 mobile combustion emissions were 13,000 kg CO2e.
In 2021, the university reported Scope 1 emissions totaling 16,530,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions totaling 16,531,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2021 amounted to 2,253,000 kg CO2e, including 5,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 574,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations.
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University Of Ottawa’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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