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K Water

K Water, officially known as Korea Water Resources Corporation, is a leading entity in the water management industry, headquartered in the Republic of Korea (KR). Established in 2001, the company has made significant strides in water resource development, management, and conservation across various regions in South Korea. Specialising in water supply, flood control, and environmental restoration, K Water is recognised for its innovative approaches to sustainable water management. The company’s core services include the operation of dams, water treatment facilities, and the development of advanced water resource technologies, setting it apart in the industry. With a commitment to enhancing water quality and accessibility, K Water has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a key player in the global water sector. Its dedication to sustainable practices and community engagement underscores its reputation as a trusted leader in water resource management.

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16

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

K Water's score of 16 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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K Water's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, K Water reported total carbon emissions of approximately 808,742,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,794,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 801,948,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Historically, K Water's emissions have shown fluctuations, with a notable increase in total emissions from 720,687,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to 736,676,000 kg CO2e in 2018, and further to 730,407,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has disclosed emissions data across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 for several years, indicating a commitment to transparency in its carbon footprint reporting. K Water's focus on renewable energy sources, such as small hydro and wind power, reflects its efforts to mitigate climate impact, although specific reduction strategies remain unspecified. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for K Water to enhance its climate commitments and align with global sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. K Water'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 K Water is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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K Water 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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