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Shaw Communications Inc.

Shaw Communications Inc., commonly referred to as Shaw, is a leading Canadian telecommunications company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1966, Shaw has established itself as a key player in the industry, providing a wide range of services across Western Canada, including broadband internet, television, and digital phone services. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to connectivity, offering unique products such as Shaw Fibre+ and BlueCurve, which enhance user experience through high-speed internet and advanced television options. With a strong market position, Shaw has received numerous accolades for its customer service and technological advancements, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the telecommunications sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Shaw Communications Inc.'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.

48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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

Shaw Communications Inc.'s score of 48 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shaw Communications Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Shaw Communications Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 98,132,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 18,181,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 78,236,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions reported, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Shaw Communications has not established any science-based targets or climate pledges to guide their emissions reduction efforts. As a major telecommunications provider headquartered in Canada, Shaw Communications is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and climate action. However, the absence of defined reduction strategies may impact their long-term environmental performance and reputation.

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2020
Scope 1
18,181,000
Scope 2
78,236,000
Scope 3
-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shaw Communications Inc.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low 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 Shaw Communications Inc. is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Shaw Communications Inc. 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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