Power Corporation of Canada
Power Corporation of Canada, often referred to as Power Corp, is a leading diversified management and holding company headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. Established in 1925, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on financial services, asset management, and sustainable investments across Canada and internationally. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Power Corporation operates through its subsidiaries, including Great-West Lifeco and IGM Financial, offering unique products and services in insurance, investment management, and retirement solutions. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and responsible investing, positioning itself as a key player in the financial services industry. Power Corporation's notable achievements include a robust market position and a reputation for delivering long-term value to its stakeholders, making it a trusted name in the financial landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Power Corporation of Canada'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.
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Power Corporation of Canada's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Power Corporation of Canada reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10379000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11036000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 70043000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined amounted to about 24376000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 12139000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 11535000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 67275000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a slight increase in Scope 1 and 2 emissions year-on-year. Power Corporation has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,994,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,455,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 69,367,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Power Corporation of Canada 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.
