Catalan Waste Agency
The Catalan Waste Agency (Agència de Residus de Catalunya), headquartered in Spain, plays a pivotal role in the waste management sector across Catalonia. Established in 2000, the agency has been instrumental in promoting sustainable waste practices and enhancing recycling efforts throughout the region. Focusing on waste prevention, management, and recovery, the Catalan Waste Agency offers a range of services that include technical support, educational programmes, and regulatory oversight. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, making significant strides in reducing landfill dependency and increasing recycling rates. Recognised for its leadership in environmental stewardship, the agency has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a key player in Catalonia's transition towards a circular economy. Through its comprehensive approach, the Catalan Waste Agency continues to shape the future of waste management in the region.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Catalan Waste Agency'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 Benchmark
Catalan Waste Agency's score of 18 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Catalan Waste Agency's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, the Catalan Waste Agency reported total carbon emissions of approximately 580,670,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the agency's overall impact on the environment, although specific breakdowns into Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were not provided. The agency has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint over the years. For instance, the annual carbon footprint per inhabitant decreased from about 111 kg CO2e in 2014 to approximately 76 kg CO2e in 2019. Additionally, the carbon footprint per tonne of waste also saw a reduction, from about 229 kg CO2e in 2014 to approximately 143 kg CO2e in 2019. Despite these achievements, the Catalan Waste Agency has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the agency's operational framework. Overall, the agency's efforts indicate a positive trend towards reducing carbon emissions, aligning with broader climate commitments in the waste management sector.
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Catalan Waste Agency 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.
