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CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY

Cambridge Water Company, a prominent player in the UK water supply industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1853, the company has a rich history of providing high-quality water services to the Cambridge region and surrounding areas. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Cambridge Water focuses on delivering clean, safe drinking water while managing wastewater effectively. The company offers a range of services, including water supply, metering, and customer support, distinguished by its emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement. Recognised for its operational excellence, Cambridge Water has achieved significant milestones in water conservation and infrastructure development. As a trusted provider, it continues to play a vital role in ensuring the region's water needs are met efficiently and responsibly.

DitchCarbon Score

How does CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Water Distribution 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.

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Industry Benchmark

CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY's score of 10 is lower than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cambridge Water Company reported emissions of approximately 0.255 kg CO2e per megalitre (Ml) of treated water. This reflects a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 0.265 kg CO2e per Ml. Over the past few years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions decreasing from approximately 0.263 kg CO2e per Ml in 2021 to 0.132 kg CO2e per Ml in 2020, and further down to about 0.128 kg CO2e per Ml in 2019. Despite these reductions, Cambridge Water Company has not disclosed specific targets for further emissions reductions or any formal climate pledges. The company has not provided data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, indicating a potential area for improvement in transparency regarding its overall carbon impact. Overall, while Cambridge Water Company has made progress in reducing emissions associated with treated water, further commitments and clearer targets could enhance its climate strategy and align with industry standards for sustainability.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY's primary industry is Collected and purified water, distribution services of water (41), which is medium 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 CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY 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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