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Vancouver City Council

Vancouver City Council, the governing body of the City of Vancouver, CA, plays a pivotal role in shaping the urban landscape and community well-being. Established in the late 19th century, the council has evolved to address the diverse needs of its residents across various operational regions, including the vibrant downtown core and surrounding neighbourhoods. As a leader in municipal governance, Vancouver City Council focuses on urban planning, public safety, and environmental sustainability. Its commitment to innovative policies and community engagement has positioned it as a model for other cities. Notable achievements include initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing public transportation, reflecting its dedication to creating a livable and sustainable city. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity and transparency, Vancouver City Council continues to set benchmarks in local government excellence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Vancouver City Council'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.

11

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Vancouver City Council's score of 11 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vancouver City Council's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Vancouver City Council reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,522,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,351,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 61,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 110,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the city has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with a peak of about 3,414,000,000 kg CO2e in 2011. Vancouver has made significant strides in addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets or initiatives were not detailed in the available data. The city is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and has implemented various initiatives aimed at sustainability and emissions reduction. However, no specific targets or pledges were identified in the current context. Overall, Vancouver City Council's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and managing carbon emissions, with a focus on reducing its environmental impact in the coming years.

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Scope 1
2,288,000,000
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Scope 2
61,000,000
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Scope 3
91,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vancouver City Council's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Vancouver City Council is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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.

Vancouver City Council is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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