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.
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Saur's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Saur reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 61,503,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the 1.5°C trajectory endorsed by the Paris Agreement. For the year 2022, Saur's emissions included approximately 56,201,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 47,258,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 56,122,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 174,518,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 968,218,000 kg CO2e. Saur is also committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and other operational aspects. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, with a specific goal to achieve a carbon intensity of 24 tCO2eq per million euros by 2025, having already reduced its carbon emissions from 144.3 tCO2eq/million euros in 2020 to 114.3 tCO2eq/million euros by the end of 2022. Saur's climate initiatives are supported by its membership in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its targets are consistent with the latest climate science. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 155,256,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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