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.
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A.O. Smith's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, A.O. Smith Corporation 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 recorded at 158,538,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, emissions were slightly lower at 158,133,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 for the year 2019, totalling 138,754,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 65,841,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 72,913,000 kg CO2e. However, there are no reported emissions for Scope 3. A.O. Smith has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that A.O. Smith is independently reporting its emissions performance. Overall, while A.O. Smith has made strides in measuring its emissions, the lack of specific reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 66,233,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 82,683,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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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.
