Primo Water
Primo Water Corporation, commonly known as Primo Water, is a leading provider of water solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, the company has established a strong presence in North America and Europe, focusing on the bottled water and water filtration industries. Primo Water is renowned for its innovative water delivery services, including refillable water bottles and water dispensers, which cater to both residential and commercial customers. With a commitment to sustainability, Primo Water stands out by offering eco-friendly options that reduce plastic waste. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of several key brands, solidifying its market position as a trusted name in water solutions. Through its dedication to quality and customer service, Primo Water continues to lead the industry, providing clean, refreshing water to millions.
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Primo Water's score of 32 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Primo Water's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Primo Water reported total carbon emissions of approximately 240,932,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 117,036,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 33,679,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 90,216,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, emissions have decreased from 243,441,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 253,472,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 319,274,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a significant downward trend in their overall carbon footprint. The company has achieved a reduction in emissions intensity, with values of 0.19 tonnes CO2e in both 2022 and 2023, down from 0.23 tonnes CO2e in 2020. Despite these reductions, Primo Water has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions profile as part of its broader climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 164,905,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 43,816,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 110,553,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Primo 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.
