Covanta
Covanta Holding Corporation, commonly known as Covanta, is a leading player in the waste management and energy-from-waste industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, focusing on sustainable waste solutions and renewable energy generation. Covanta's core services include waste-to-energy facilities, which convert municipal solid waste into clean, renewable energy, significantly reducing landfill use. This innovative approach not only addresses waste disposal challenges but also contributes to environmental sustainability. With over 40 operational facilities, Covanta is recognised for its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting circular economy principles. As a pioneer in the industry, Covanta has achieved notable milestones, including the processing of millions of tonnes of waste annually and generating substantial amounts of renewable energy. The company continues to solidify its market position through strategic partnerships and advancements in waste management technologies.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Covanta'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wastewater Treatment 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.
Industry Benchmark
Covanta's score of 16 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Covanta's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Covanta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,128,112,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 16,520,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. Historically, Covanta's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 4,912,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014. The company has also reported Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 113,400,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a broader impact across its value chain. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets, Covanta's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its ongoing efforts to manage and report emissions across all scopes. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,204,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 128,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Covanta 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.
