California Water Service
California Water Service, commonly known as Cal Water, is a leading provider of water utility services in the United States. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company operates across several major regions, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, and the Central Coast. Founded in 1926, Cal Water has established itself as a key player in the water industry, focusing on delivering high-quality water and wastewater services to residential and commercial customers. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Cal Water offers a range of core services, including water distribution, treatment, and conservation programmes. The company is recognised for its proactive approach to water management and customer service, positioning itself as a trusted resource in the communities it serves. Notable achievements include its efforts in water conservation and infrastructure improvements, which have solidified its reputation as a leader in the water utility sector.
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California Water Service's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, California Water Service reported total carbon emissions of approximately 846,141,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14,099,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 36,019,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, with capital goods contributing about 569,204,000 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services adding around 195,643,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. Notably, California Water Service has been active in reporting its emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to climate accountability. The company has not committed to a net-zero target as of now. In comparison, in 2021, the total emissions were approximately 790,909,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,682,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 45,867,000 kg CO2e. The significant Scope 3 emissions in 2021 also included capital goods at about 584,718,000 kg CO2e. California Water Service's ongoing efforts reflect an awareness of the importance of climate action within the water utility sector, although further details on specific initiatives or long-term targets remain limited.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,509,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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California Water Service 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.
