American States Water
American States Water Company, commonly referred to as AWR, is a leading provider of water and electric utility services headquartered in the United States. Established in 1929, the company has built a strong presence across various regions, primarily serving California and parts of the Midwest. Operating within the utility industry, American States Water focuses on delivering high-quality water and electric services, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Their core offerings include water distribution, wastewater treatment, and electric utility services, distinguished by their emphasis on customer service and environmental stewardship. With a solid market position, American States Water has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth and recognition for operational excellence. The company remains dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the communities it serves while maintaining a strong focus on regulatory compliance and infrastructure investment.
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American States Water's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American States Water Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,900,000 kg CO2e in the US, comprising 2,608,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 7,495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for its US operations. Globally, the total emissions reached about 44,890,540 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,604,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,877,260 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 127,935,000 kg CO2e. This includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services, which accounted for approximately 86,514,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, American States Water has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that the reported figures are solely reflective of its own operations. Overall, while American States Water Company has made strides in emissions reporting, it currently lacks defined climate commitments or reduction strategies to address its carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,634,650 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,087,470 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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American States Water 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.
