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A.O. Smith

A.O. Smith Corporation, a leading name in the water heating and treatment industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1874, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions for residential and commercial applications. Specialising in water heaters, boilers, and water treatment products, A.O. Smith is renowned for its commitment to quality and efficiency. The company’s advanced technologies, such as its smart water heater systems, set it apart in a competitive market. With a legacy of over 145 years, A.O. Smith has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and awards for product excellence. Its market position as a trusted provider underscores its dedication to sustainability and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for consumers and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does A.O. Smith'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.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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

A.O. Smith's score of 18 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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A.O. Smith's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, A.O. Smith reported a greenhouse gas emissions intensity of approximately 3.924e-05 kg CO2e per USD of revenue, with total revenue of about 3,852,800,000 USD. The company has not disclosed specific absolute emissions figures for this year. In 2021, A.O. Smith's total emissions were approximately 158,538,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint. The company has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). A.O. Smith's emissions data for previous years shows a trend of emissions intensity, with 2020 emissions at approximately 158,133,000 kg CO2e and 2019 at about 162,270,000 kg CO2e. While A.O. Smith has not provided detailed information on their scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, their ongoing efforts in sustainability indicate a recognition of the importance of addressing climate change. The absence of specific reduction targets suggests that A.O. Smith may still be in the process of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. A.O. Smith's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 A.O. Smith is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

A.O. Smith 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.

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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