Carbon footprint analysis
In early 2022, Calian engaged an independent third party to support the development of a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory for scope 1 and 2 emissions, and a screening of scope 3 emissions to help develop our climate strategy.
The emissions data collected adheres to the GHG Protocol standards. This effort is the first step in defining climate goals and developing a decarbonization roadmap, and marks a significant step towards building a more sustainable future in collaboration with our stakeholders.
Climate change
Why Calian CARES
Climate change, driven by fossil fuel consumption, poses an existential threat. We acknowledge our duty to cut carbon emissions and combat this critical issue. Calian provides services addressing emergency planning and nuclear safety, crucial in the face of worsening natural disasters linked to climate change.
How we manage this topic
Calian is formalizing plans for responsible consumption and production, striving to minimize our environmental impact. Our Nuclear team collaborates with utility companies to explore small modular reactors (SMRs) as a low-carbon energy alternative.
UN SDG alignment
Calian value chain
By understanding our value chain: the main sources of Calian’s direct and indirect emissions, we are better able to understand GHG related risks and opportunities as we work towards net-zero.
Emissions inventory data analysis
GHG emissions by scope
- Scope 1: Stationary combustion: entirely from natural gas use, with Scope 1 representing 13 % of our total emissions.
- Scope 2: Purchased electricity continues to make up entirety of emissions primarily from manufacturing facility in Saskatoon, with Scope 2 representing 87% of total emissions.
- Scope 3: Advanced Technologies represents 87% of total emissions (Scope 1 and 2) as expected, due to manufacturing and having most of facilities.
GHG emissions by operating segment (t C02e) for the first half of 2022
- Scope 1: Stationary combustion: entirely from natural gas use, with Scope 1 representing 13 % of our total emissions.
- Scope 2: Purchased electricity continues to make up entirety of emissions primarily from manufacturing facility in Saskatoon, with Scope 2 representing 87% of total emissions.
- Scope 3: Advanced Technologies represents 87% of total emissions (Scope 1 and 2) as expected, due to manufacturing and having most of facilities.
Performance to date
Enhancing governance, process and procedures for data collection and data controls
- Emissions data owners identified in all operating segments
- Biannual emissions inventory process has been instituted to regularly track emissions and ensure compliance with environmental goals and regulatory requirements
Completing 2022 emissions inventory
- 2022 and 2023 emissions inventory successfully completed
Establishing metrics, targets and action plans as part of decarbonization roadmap
- In 2023, Calian committed to the Canada Net-Zero Challenge and successfully met the requirements of milestone one
- Completed Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) gap analysis and released inaugural TCFD Report which will be updated annually.
- In July 2023, submitted to the Climate Disclosure Project
Priorities going forward
- Complete climate scenario analysis to identify and assess how climate-related risks may affect our financial outlook and to inform the development of mitigation strategies.
- Document net-zero road map with targets and metrics, and track progress transparently to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Submit Net-Zero Challenge milestone two: comprehensive net-zero plan.
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Environmental protection
Why Calian CARES
Environmental degradation results from resource depletion. We acknowledge our responsibility to use resources wisely, protect natural resources and reduce our environmental impact. In addition to our consumption and production, we provide products and services for clients focused on safeguarding land, water, people and food supply.
How we manage this topic
We offer emergency planning and environmental management services that address food safety and water availability during natural disasters. Our Bin-Sense™ technology helps farmers monitor stored grain to prevent spoilage. Calian complies with environmental laws and regulations, promoting energy efficiency, renewable energy and eco-friendly waste disposal with property managers. We practice lead-free manufacturing to meet RoHS standards and adhere to the WEEE directive for waste electronic equipment. Clients can also return our products for reuse or recycling.
UN SDG alignment
Performance to date
Reviewing international applications for the Bin-Sense product
- Reviewing international applications for the Bin-Sense product with the goal of expanding beyond grain monitoring to other natural resources, such as water and crops like almonds and soybeans
- Over 364 million bushels of grains such as wheat, barley and lentils in 36,000 bins are being monitored using Bin-Sense
- Calian has entered the U.S. market, which produces 450 million tons of grain per year
- Our product is now being used with other grains and crops, such as black beans, corn, soybeans and rice, in addition to a few test sites with almonds
Collaborating with property managers to target waste management reduction
- Calian is cataloguing all facilities and their existing environmental management programs and will be reviewing to determine where waste management reduction can be further improved.
Impact stories
Terri Dougall
Vice President, ESG & Industrial Development
Calian Headquarters – Ottawa
770 Palladium Dr (4th floor),
Ottawa, ON K2V 1C8
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