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Saur

Saur, a prominent player in the environmental services sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1933, the company has established itself as a leader in water and waste management, providing innovative solutions that prioritise sustainability and efficiency. Saur's core offerings include water distribution, wastewater treatment, and waste management services, all designed to meet the evolving needs of urban and rural communities. The company is recognised for its commitment to technological advancement and environmental stewardship, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Saur has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service delivery and sustainability initiatives. As a trusted partner for municipalities and industries, Saur continues to drive progress in the environmental services industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Saur'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.

42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Water Distribution 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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Saur's score of 42 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Saur's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Saur reported carbon emissions of approximately 61,503,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources. The company has made significant climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Saur is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. In 2021, Saur's total emissions included 56,122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 174,518,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside 968,218,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, highlighting the substantial impact of their operations. The company has set long-term net-zero targets, aiming for comprehensive reductions across all scopes by 2050. Saur's initiatives align with industry standards and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices in the water utilities sector, reinforcing their role in addressing climate change.

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Scope 1
50,318,000
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Scope 2
155,256,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Saur's primary industry is Collected and purified water, distribution services of water (41), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Saur is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Saur is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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