Severn Trent PLC
Severn Trent PLC, a leading water and wastewater services provider, is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1974, the company has grown to serve millions of customers across the Midlands and Wales, ensuring the delivery of essential water services and sustainable solutions. Specialising in water supply, wastewater treatment, and environmental management, Severn Trent is committed to innovation and sustainability, making it a key player in the UK water industry. The company is recognised for its investment in infrastructure and technology, which enhances service efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a strong market position, Severn Trent has received accolades for its customer service and operational excellence, reflecting its dedication to providing high-quality water services while prioritising environmental responsibility.
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How does Severn Trent PLC'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Severn Trent PLC's score of 72 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Severn Trent PLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Severn Trent PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,126,200,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 417,300,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 541,700,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2031, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, Severn Trent targets a 13.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. The company is also committed to ensuring that 70% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation, and waste generated in operations, will have science-based targets by FY2026. Furthermore, Severn Trent has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions, utilise 100% renewable energy, and transition to a fully electric fleet by 2030 as part of its Triple Carbon Pledge. Overall, Severn Trent's initiatives reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the water utilities sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,535,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 330,679,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Severn Trent PLC 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.
