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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,890,540 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,608,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 16,877,260 kg CO2e (with a market-based total of 7,495,000 kg CO2e), and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 127,935,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (about 4,975,300 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 16,487,600 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (around 2,034,100 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 43,466,220 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2,604,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 16,078,630 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 63,818,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, American States Water has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to disclose emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact reporting.
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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 | 00,000,000 | 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.
