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Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.

Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A., commonly referred to as Águas do Brasil, is a prominent player in the sanitation and environmental services industry, headquartered in Brazil. Established in 2000, the company has made significant strides in providing essential water and wastewater management solutions across various regions, including São Paulo and Minas Gerais. Specialising in the treatment and distribution of potable water, as well as the collection and treatment of sewage, Águas do Brasil stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the implementation of advanced technologies that enhance operational efficiency and environmental protection. With a strong market position, Águas do Brasil continues to contribute to the improvement of public health and environmental quality, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the sanitation sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.'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.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.'s score of 24 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 189.8 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 159.5 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 21.7 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, the company recorded about 8.5 million tonnes CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. In 2020, the total emissions were approximately 7.4 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4.2 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions significantly higher at approximately 32.2 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 1.4 million tonnes CO2e. The 2019 data indicated total emissions of about 6.7 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3.2 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at about 0.3 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 3.2 million tonnes CO2e. Despite these figures, Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon neutrality, suggesting a potential need for future commitments to align with global climate goals.

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3,225,511
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289,235
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Scope 3
3,210,541
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.'s primary industry is Other business services (74), which is low 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. Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. is headquartered in BR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. 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.

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