Sustainability Report 2024. Accelerating the transition to collective carbon neutrality.

26 June, 2025

Since 2020, Ædifica has been carbon neutral in its operations, an achievement that testifies to our determination to fully assume our role in the fight against climate change.

In 2024, we reached a new milestone, consolidating our position as a committed player in the sustainable transition, by going beyond the reduction of our internal emissions. We remain committed to intensifying our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint, promote social inclusion and strengthen our governance practices. As an architectural firm, we have the unique privilege and responsibility of helping to shape a sustainable and resilient future for generations to come. Together, working in partnership with our clients, colleagues and communities, we are determined to meet these challenges with integrity, creativity and determination.

Sustainability Report 2024. Accelerating the transition to collective carbon neutrality.

As we move into an era where ESG challenges are at the heart of global concerns, our firm is more determined than ever to play a significant role in creating a sustainable future. As stewards of the urban landscapes and spaces that shape our daily lives, we recognize our responsibility to design solutions that not only meet our clients' needs, but also respect our planet and its inhabitants.

Some figures

Carbon footprint per employee

24% reduction compared to 2023.

Emissions reduction

Down 78% compared to 2017.

Work from home: a gas pedal for reduction

We will have reduced our business travel and associated emissions by 15% by 2023.

6,581 meals served during the year

1.81 kg CO₂ eq/meal on average, a 53% reduction on the previous year.

35% women in management

and 37% of employees over 10 years with the company.

Health and well-being

100% of our employees are satisfied with our health and wellness policies, and over 90% are satisfied with the cleanliness of the bistro, the integration of nature into our offices, views of the outdoors, food, health and wellness policies, their work environment and their impact on project design.

Canada's first WELL elementary school delivered to Saint-Hyacinthe

École Domaine-sur-le-Vert is an emblematic example, the first WELL Silver-certified elementary school in Canada.

In 2025, Ædifica will strengthen its collaborations, focus on innovation, and continue its efforts to make the built environment a true lever for positive impact. Thanks to new internal leadership, the integration of an emerging generation of partners, and strong values, we continue to build differently.

“Together, we can accelerate the transition to collective carbon neutrality”.