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 2,608,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 16,877,260 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (with a market-based total of 7,495,000 kg CO2e), and a significant 127,935,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes 4,975,300 kg CO2e from business travel and 16,487,600 kg CO2e from employee commuting. Comparatively, in 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 43,466,220 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,604,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 16,078,630 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 63,818,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. American States Water has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organisation. Overall, American States Water's emissions profile reflects a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their climate strategy.
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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.
