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Sjw

SJW Group, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the water utility industry, primarily serving regions in California and Texas. Founded in 1866, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its commitment to sustainable water management and innovative service delivery. Specialising in water supply and wastewater services, SJW Group distinguishes itself through its focus on environmental stewardship and customer engagement. The company offers a range of core services, including water distribution, treatment, and conservation initiatives, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of its communities. Recognised for its operational excellence, SJW Group has achieved notable accolades in the industry, solidifying its position as a leader in providing reliable and sustainable water solutions. With a dedication to quality and innovation, SJW Group continues to set benchmarks in the water utility sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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24

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Sjw's score of 24 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sjw's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, SJW Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,916,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,326,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,773,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,817,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have shown a general trend of reduction over the years, with total emissions decreasing from about 20,213,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 18,456,000 kg CO2e in 2020. SJW Group has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) and has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest information available. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint and engage in sustainability practices, although no formal climate pledges or reduction targets have been established. Overall, SJW Group's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions aligns with industry standards, reflecting a growing awareness of climate impact and the importance of sustainability in operations.

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2019202020212022
Scope 1
5,748,000
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Scope 2
9,449,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
4,008,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sjw'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.

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. Sjw is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sjw is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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