Anglian Water
Anglian Water Services Limited, commonly known as Anglian Water, is a leading water and wastewater services provider based in Great Britain. Headquartered in Huntingdon, the company primarily operates across the East of England, serving millions of customers in key regions such as Essex, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire. Founded in 1973, Anglian Water has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of innovative water management solutions and sustainability initiatives. Specialising in the delivery of high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater treatment, Anglian Water is recognised for its commitment to environmental stewardship and customer service excellence. The company stands out in the industry for its investment in cutting-edge technology and infrastructure, ensuring reliable service and resource efficiency. With a strong market position, Anglian Water continues to be a pivotal player in the UK water sector, consistently striving for operational improvements and sustainability.
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Anglian Water's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Anglian Water reported total carbon emissions of approximately 282,886,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 117,483,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and process emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 134,597,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at around 12,632,000 kg CO2e, which includes business travel and fuel and energy-related activities. Anglian Water has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero operational carbon emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. They have also established an interim target to reduce operational carbon emissions by 30% (approximately 106,905 tonnes CO2e) by 2025, using a 2018/19 benchmark. Furthermore, the company is committed to a 65% reduction in capital carbon by 2025 from a 2010 baseline. These initiatives reflect Anglian Water's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 117,010,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 151,824,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 26,996,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Anglian 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.
