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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Industry Intensity
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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University Of Ottawa's reported carbon emissions
The University of Ottawa, located in Canada, reported approximately 36.8 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for 2022. This total comprises Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion at approximately 0.013 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased steam (approximately 3 million kg CO2e) and purchased electricity (approximately 15.9 million kg CO2e). Scope 3 emissions for 2022 include employee commute at approximately 16.8 million kg CO2e, purchased goods and services at approximately 16.1 million kg CO2e, and waste generated in operations at approximately 1.4 million kg CO2e. For 2021, the university's total emissions were approximately 35.5 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 16.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 16.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were approximately 2.3 million kg CO2e, with specific data points including business travel at approximately 0.005 million kg CO2e and waste generated in operations at approximately 0.6 million kg CO2e. Notably, data for purchased goods and services and employee commute were missing for Scope 3 in 2021. The University of Ottawa has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets through initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other corporate pledges based on the provided information.
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University Of Ottawa’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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