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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.

20

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

A.O. Smith's score of 20 is higher than 91% 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 total carbon emissions of approximately 705,352,000 kg CO2e, comprising 143,109,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 562,243,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, there were no reported Scope 2 emissions for this year. Over the years, A.O. Smith's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at 148,917,000 kg CO2e in 2017, decreasing to 143,745,000 kg CO2e in 2018, and then rising to 162,270,000 kg CO2e in 2019. In 2020, emissions were approximately 158,133,000 kg CO2e, followed by 158,538,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Despite these figures, A.O. Smith has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the industry context. As a leading manufacturer in the water heating and treatment sector, A.O. Smith's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both operational and supply chain emissions to align with global climate goals.

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2017201820192023
Scope 1
66,233,000
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Scope 2
82,683,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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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.

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. A.O. Smith 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.

A.O. Smith 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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