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Lawa Sustainability Profile

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Lawa, officially known as the Los Angeles Water Authority, is a prominent entity headquartered in the United States, primarily serving the greater Los Angeles area. Founded in the early 2000s, Lawa has established itself as a leader in the water management industry, focusing on sustainable water solutions and innovative infrastructure development. The organisation is dedicated to providing high-quality water services while promoting environmental stewardship. Lawa's core offerings include water supply management, conservation programmes, and advanced water treatment technologies, all designed to meet the growing demands of urban populations. With a commitment to excellence, Lawa has achieved significant milestones, including the implementation of cutting-edge water recycling initiatives. Its strategic position in the market underscores its role as a vital resource for the community, ensuring reliable water access while championing sustainability.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Lawa's score of 27 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lawa's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Lawa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 89,071,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 186,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile combustion) and 16,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion, alongside 66,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity). The majority of emissions, about 89,071,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3. Lawa has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 47.54% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to a 2013 baseline. This reduction reflects the organisation's commitment to sustainability and climate action. Looking ahead, Lawa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2045. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, demonstrating a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact. Overall, Lawa's emissions data and reduction initiatives underscore its dedication to addressing climate change while maintaining operational efficiency.

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46,079,000
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Scope 2
65,781,000
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Scope 3
14,669,323,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Lawa's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lawa's primary industry is Air Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Lawa's Location?

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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 Lawa is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lawa's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Lawa has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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