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Emera Inc., commonly referred to as Emera, is a leading provider of transmission services for electricity, headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The company operates across various regions, including parts of North America, delivering essential infrastructure for reliable energy distribution. Founded in 1998, Emera has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, focusing on the development and maintenance of high-voltage transmission networks.
Specialising in the transmission of electricity, Emera’s core services include the operation and upgrade of power transmission lines and substations. Its unique approach emphasises safety, reliability, and sustainable infrastructure development, setting it apart within the industry. With a strong market position and notable achievements in energy transmission, Emera continues to support the evolving needs of modern electricity grids across its operational regions.
35
DitchCarbon score
+9 vs industry average
Emera’s score of 35 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Electricity Transmission is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
3.039
20182025
The Electricity Transmission industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Emera's reported carbon emissions
Emera, a Canadian-headquartered company in the transmission services of electricity industry, reported combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 13.61 billion kg CO2e in 2025. Additionally, its Scope 3 emissions were approximately 8.91 billion kg CO2e for the same year.
Looking back, Emera's combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 13.38 billion kg CO2e in 2024, and approximately 13.34 billion kg CO2e in 2023. Their Scope 3 emissions were approximately 8.63 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and 8.30 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
Emera has set several climate commitments. The company aims for net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. In the near term, Emera targets a 55% reduction in Scope 1 CO2 emissions by 2025, compared to 2005 levels. For the long term, they are committed to an 80% reduction in Scope 1 CO2 emissions by 2040, also from 2005 levels, and plan to retire their last coal unit no later than 2040.
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Emera’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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