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Xylem

Xylem Inc., a leading global water technology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of addressing the world's water challenges since its founding in 2011. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Xylem operates within the water and wastewater industry, focusing on innovative solutions for water management and treatment. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including advanced water analytics, treatment systems, and smart irrigation technologies. Xylem's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart, as it continually develops cutting-edge technologies that enhance water quality and accessibility. Recognised for its market leadership, Xylem has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the global water sector.

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81

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Xylem's score of 81 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Xylem's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Xylem reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 128,924,000 kg CO2e, which includes 76,221,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,272,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, Xylem plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per USD value added within the same timeframe. In 2022, Xylem achieved a reduction of approximately 17% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the previous year. The company is also committed to setting science-based targets for all scopes by 2025 and has pledged to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. These initiatives reflect Xylem's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for Xylem is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Xylem is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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