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Steam and Hot Water Supply
US
updated 13 days ago

American Water

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American Water Works Company, Inc., commonly known as American Water, is a leading provider of water and wastewater services in the United States. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, the company operates across various regions, including the Midwest, Northeast, and West, serving millions of customers. Founded in 1886, American Water has established itself as a pioneer in the water utility industry, achieving significant milestones such as the introduction of innovative water treatment technologies. The company offers a range of core services, including water distribution, wastewater treatment, and water quality management, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. As a market leader, American Water is recognised for its operational excellence and has received numerous accolades for its environmental stewardship and customer service. With a strong focus on infrastructure investment and modernisation, American Water continues to set the standard in the water utility sector.

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57

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Steam and Hot Water Supply 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

American Water's score of 57 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Water's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, American Water reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 69363000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 430362000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 757949000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant portion of their overall emissions profile, with Scope 3 emissions being the largest contributor. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 499725000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of approximately 74877000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 459896000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 649000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2024. The total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 534773000 kg CO2e. American Water has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by more than 40% by 2025, using a 2007 baseline. This target is part of their near-term strategy and reflects their commitment to sustainability. Additionally, they have long-term goals to achieve net zero absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. The company is on track to meet its near-term reduction targets, with ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions across its operations. These initiatives are crucial for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Water's primary industry is Steam and hot water supply services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for American Water is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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American 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.

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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