Aguas Andinas, officially known as Aguas Andinas S.A., is a leading water utility company headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Established in 1990, the company has become a pivotal player in the water and sanitation industry, primarily serving the Metropolitan Region of Santiago and surrounding areas. Specialising in the provision of drinking water and wastewater treatment services, Aguas Andinas is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of advanced technologies for water management and conservation. With a strong market position, Aguas Andinas is recognised for its efforts in enhancing water quality and accessibility, making it a trusted name in the Chilean water sector. Its dedication to environmental stewardship and community engagement further solidifies its reputation as a leader in the industry.
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In 2024, Aguas Andinas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 166,241,000 kg CO2e, comprising 64,524,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,338,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 80,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 158,536,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 61,831,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 24,532,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 72,174,000 kg CO2e. Aguas Andinas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 56% by 2030, using a 2017-2018 average as the baseline. This target is part of their broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which also includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 16% over the same timeframe. These targets reflect a commitment to significant emissions reductions in the water utility sector, with a focus on sustainability and climate resilience. The company’s emissions data is cascaded from Aguas Andinas S.A., which is classified as a current subsidiary. The targets are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C, demonstrating Aguas Andinas's proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,563,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 86,115,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 93,275,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Aguas Andinas has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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