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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does K Water'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
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Industry Benchmark
K Water's score of 19 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as 730,407,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 736,676,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, K Water continues to engage in various initiatives aimed at improving carbon cleanliness and reducing overall emissions, particularly through its renewable energy projects, including small hydro and wind power facilities. The company remains committed to enhancing its sustainability practices in the water management sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,373,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 579,282,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
K 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.
