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 score of 45 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Anglian Water's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Anglian Water reported total carbon emissions of approximately 274,362,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 114,390,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and process emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of around 134,894,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions were recorded at approximately 25,000,000 kg CO2e, with notable contributions from business travel and fuel and energy-related activities. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 265,219,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in 2023. The previous year's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 118,304,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 121,994,000 kg CO2e. The reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2022 to 2023 suggests a focus on improving operational efficiency. Anglian Water has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company is actively engaged in sustainability practices, including efforts to reduce emissions per megalitre of sewage treated, which was reported at 332,000 kg CO2e in 2024. Overall, while Anglian Water's emissions have fluctuated, their ongoing efforts in sustainability and emissions reporting demonstrate a commitment to addressing climate change within the water industry in Great Britain.
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Add to project| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Anglian Water is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
