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Essential Utilities

Research ServicesUnited StatesNYSE: WTRG
Last verified 4 months agoessential.co

Essential Utilities, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the water and natural gas utility industry. Founded in 2017, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, and North Carolina. Essential Utilities is dedicated to providing safe and reliable water and natural gas services, focusing on sustainability and innovation.

The company’s core offerings include water distribution, wastewater treatment, and natural gas services, distinguished by their commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. Essential Utilities has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a strong emphasis on customer service and operational efficiency, Essential Utilities continues to be a leader in the utility sector, recognised for its efforts in enhancing infrastructure and promoting sustainable practices.

37
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+8 vs industry average

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Industry Intensity

Medium

Research Services has typical carbon intensity

Industry performance

0.133
20192025

The Research Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 17% since 2019

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027

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Reported emissions

Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e

Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.

Essential Utilities's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Essential Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 443,483,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 39,198,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,045,213,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to achieve a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. This long-term goal underscores Essential Utilities' commitment to mitigating its environmental impact within the utilities sector. Essential Utilities operates under the umbrella of Essential Utilities, Inc., which is responsible for the emissions data reported. The company has not yet committed to net-zero emissions but is actively working towards significant reductions in its greenhouse gas emissions.

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Essential Utilities’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

2 goals

2035

60% reduction in Scope 2

By 2035, Essential will reduce its emissions by 60% from its 2019 baseline.

On track60%

2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

5 of 15 categories disclosed
Use of Sold Products100%
Capital Goods0%
Purchased Goods & Services0%
Employee Commuting0%
Waste Generated in Operations0%
Use of Sold Products100%
Capital Goods0%
Purchased Goods & Services0%
Employee Commuting0%
Waste Generated in Operations0%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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CDP

Carbon Disclosure Project

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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United Nations Global Compact

UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative

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RE 100

RE 100

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Climate Action 100+

Climate Action 100

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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Essential Utilities logoEssential Utilities
USResearch Services
4 months ago
37
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USComputer Services
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87
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USSteam and Hot Water Supply
7 days ago
48
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Eversource logoEversource
USElectrical Machinery Manufacturing
2 days ago
36
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Algonquin Power And Utilities logoAlgonquin Power And Utilities
CAElectricity from Other Sources
6 days ago
24
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California Water Service logoCalifornia Water Service
USSteam and Hot Water Supply
1 day ago
21
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Fluence Corporation Limited logoFluence Corporation Limited
USBusiness Services
24 days ago
18
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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Essential Utilities’s sustainability data and climate commitments

In 2024, Essential Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8.5 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes around 443 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 39 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and nearly 8.0 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The substantial majority of emissions stem from Scope 3, highlighting the importance of addressing supply chain impacts in their sustainability strategy.

Data year: 2024

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