Dc Water
DC Water, officially known as the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Washington, D.C. Established in 1996, the organisation has made significant strides in delivering high-quality water and wastewater services to the residents of the District of Columbia and surrounding areas. Operating within the water utility industry, DC Water is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The authority manages an extensive network of water treatment facilities and sewer systems, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of potable water while maintaining environmental standards. With a focus on customer service and infrastructure improvement, DC Water has achieved notable milestones, including the implementation of advanced water treatment technologies. Its dedication to excellence positions it as a key player in the region, contributing to the health and well-being of the community it serves.
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Dc Water's score of 6 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dc Water's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, DC Water reported total carbon emissions of approximately 191,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 51,800,000 kg CO2e, which comprise process emissions of approximately 41,800,000 kg CO2e and stationary combustion emissions of about 6,200,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were around 70,700,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased electricity, while Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 69,100,000 kg CO2e. DC Water has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the organisation continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The data reflects a significant reduction in emissions from previous years, showcasing a trend towards lower carbon outputs.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2016 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,057,006,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,256,621,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 261,691,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Dc 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.
