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updated 25 days ago

A.O. Smith

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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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18

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20

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A.O. Smith's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, A.O. Smith Corporation reported a revenue of approximately USD 3.85 billion, with a greenhouse gas emissions intensity of about 0.00003924 kg CO2e per USD. The company has not disclosed specific absolute emissions data for this year. However, in 2021, A.O. Smith's total emissions were approximately 158,538,000 kg CO2e, reflecting their operational impact. The company has disclosed emissions data for previous years, including 2020, where total emissions were about 158,133,000 kg CO2e, and in 2019, total emissions were approximately 138,754,000 kg CO2e, with 65,841,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 72,913,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. A.O. Smith has not reported any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or commitments, A.O. Smith is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives, as indicated by their participation in the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project). However, no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges have been reported. Overall, A.O. Smith's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a commitment to transparency, although further details on reduction initiatives and specific targets would enhance their sustainability profile.

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82,683,000
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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

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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