Purolator Sustainability Profile
Purolator Inc., a leading logistics and courier service provider, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1960, Purolator has established itself as a key player in the shipping and freight industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including parcel delivery, freight transportation, and supply chain solutions. What sets Purolator apart is its commitment to innovation and customer service, utilising advanced technology to enhance delivery efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of eco-friendly delivery options and a robust network that ensures timely service. With a strong market position, Purolator is recognised for its reliability and extensive service offerings, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking dependable logistics solutions.
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Industry Benchmark
Purolator's score of 80 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Purolator's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Purolator reported total carbon emissions of approximately 498,650,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 122,594,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,092,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 374,964,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 495,381,000 kg CO2e. Purolator has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42.7% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, it plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0% in 2020 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Purolator aims for a 25% reduction by 2030, focusing on emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations. Long-term goals include a significant reduction of 90% in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, all based on a 2020 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Purolator's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The emissions data is cascaded from Purolator Inc., which is a current subsidiary of Canada Post Corporation.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 87,619,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,539,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 140,182,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Purolator's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Purolator's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 167% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 75% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Purolator'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.
Purolator has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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