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Capital Power

Capital Power Corporation, headquartered in Canada, is a leading player in the energy sector, primarily focused on power generation. Established in 2009, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including Alberta and Ontario, positioning itself as a significant contributor to the North American energy landscape. Specialising in natural gas and renewable energy sources, Capital Power is committed to delivering sustainable and reliable electricity. Its innovative approach to energy production, coupled with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, sets it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of several high-efficiency power plants, reinforcing its reputation for operational excellence. With a robust portfolio of assets and a strategic vision for growth, Capital Power continues to enhance its market position, striving to meet the evolving energy needs of communities while prioritising sustainability and efficiency.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Capital Power's score of 31 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Capital Power's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Capital Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 40,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 4,040,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. In 2023, their Scope 1 emissions were about 18,751,151,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions from the previous year. Capital Power has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce or offset greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 20% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. Additionally, they are targeting a complete reduction of coal-fired electricity emissions by 2030. These initiatives demonstrate their proactive approach to achieving net-zero emissions and addressing climate change impacts. The company’s GHG intensity for electricity generation was reported at 410.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2024, down from 470.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2023, showcasing progress towards their reduction goals. Capital Power's ongoing efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and responsible energy production in Canada and globally.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
11,527,603,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
-
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Capital Power's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium 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. This request for Capital Power is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Capital Power is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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