Emera Sustainability Profile
Emera Inc., headquartered in Canada, is a prominent energy and utility company that operates across North America and the Caribbean. Founded in 2000, Emera has established itself as a leader in the energy sector, focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as natural gas services. With a diverse portfolio that includes renewable energy projects and innovative utility solutions, Emera is committed to sustainability and customer-centric service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy capacity and strategic acquisitions that enhance its market position. Recognised for its dedication to clean energy and operational excellence, Emera continues to drive advancements in the energy industry, making it a key player in the transition towards a more sustainable future.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Emera's score of 49 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Emera's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Emera reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,383,982,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside 8,626,820,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, which were about 8,301,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions rose from approximately 13,336,000,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Emera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses significant near-term targets, including a 55% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2005 levels. Additionally, the company aims for an 80% reduction in emissions by 2040, with the last coal unit expected to be retired by that year. Emera's emissions data is sourced from its parent company, Emera Incorporated, and reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company is actively tracking its progress against these targets, which are crucial for aligning with global climate initiatives.
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| 2005 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,885,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Emera's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Emera has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
