TC Energy Corp
TC Energy's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, TC Energy completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
TC Energy has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Insights into TC Energy's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of TC Energy amounted to 22,938,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of TC Energy decreased by 1.32%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
TC Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are TC Energy's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of TC Energy were 20,902,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Compared to the previous year (2022), TC Energy's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 1.09%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are TC Energy's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, TC Energy reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,036,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has TC Energy reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), TC Energy's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that TC Energy 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does TC Energy use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, TC Energy reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method. a
TC Energy's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
Insights into TC Energy's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, TC Energy reported 4,434,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of TC Energy includes a breakdown across 4 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
TC Energy's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are TC Energy's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, TC Energy reported total Scope 3 emissions of 4,434,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has TC Energy reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, TC Energy's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 46.53%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), TC Energy's Scope 3 emissions increased by 26%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does TC Energy disclose?
In 2023, TC Energy reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of TC Energy's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to TC Energy's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 4,352,000 tCO₂e (98.13%)
- Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 61,000 tCO₂e (1.38%)
- Upstream Leased Assets (Cat. 8): 15,000 tCO₂e (0.34%)
TC Energy's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into TC Energy’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, TC Energy reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 20,902,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 12,036 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,736.65 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
TC Energy's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does TC Energy's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, TC Energy reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,736.65 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1,117.43, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does TC Energy rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, TC Energy ranked 17 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
TC Energy is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into TC Energy's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, TC Energy reported a total carbon footprint of 27,372,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.27% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a
The largest contributor to TC Energy's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 76.36% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 16.2%. a