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 30 is higher than 58% 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 Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 240,932,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 117,036,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, amounted to about 33,679,000 kg CO2e (market-based), while Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain, totalled approximately 90,216,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 243,441,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 115,137,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 45,329,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 82,975,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Primo Water has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, Primo Water Corporation, reflecting a merged entity structure. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, although specific strategies or commitments have not been detailed in the available reports.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 69,980,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,550,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 56,920,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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.
