Severn Trent Water Limited
Severn Trent Water Limited, commonly referred to as Severn Trent, is a leading water and wastewater services provider headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1974, the company primarily operates across the Midlands and Wales, serving millions of customers with essential water services. As a key player in the water industry, Severn Trent focuses on delivering high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater management solutions. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, implementing advanced technologies to enhance service delivery. With a strong market position, Severn Trent has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in infrastructure and environmental initiatives. Its dedication to customer service and operational excellence sets it apart in the competitive landscape of water utilities.
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How does Severn Trent Water Limited'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.
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Severn Trent Water Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Severn Trent Water Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 406,399,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 342,907,810 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and additional Scope 3 emissions of about 13,343,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution, along with 947,000 kg CO2e from business travel. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were approximately 404,478,000 kg CO2e. Severn Trent is committed to achieving operational net zero emissions by 2030, with specific targets to drastically reduce both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment highlights their focus on addressing process emissions, which are critical to their overall carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals despite the challenges faced in the industry. Overall, Severn Trent Water Limited's climate commitments and emissions data underscore their dedication to sustainability and reducing their environmental impact in the water sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,746,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 116,063,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,016,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Severn Trent Water Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
