Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A., commonly referred to as Águas do Brasil, is a leading 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 sustainable sanitation practices, Águas do Brasil offers a range of services that include water treatment, sewage management, and environmental preservation. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart in the market, ensuring efficient resource management and improved public health outcomes. With a strong focus on community engagement and environmental responsibility, Águas do Brasil has positioned itself as a trusted partner in enhancing the quality of life for millions of Brazilians.
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.
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Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.'s score of 36 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. reported significant carbon emissions, with a total of approximately 20,610,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 3 emissions. This marks a notable focus on indirect emissions associated with their value chain. In the previous year, 2021, the company disclosed a total of about 2,615,567,210 kg CO2e, which included approximately 2,234,823,330 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 21,713,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data indicates a substantial reliance on direct emissions sources, alongside their indirect emissions. Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 26.12% decrease in emissions from both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2023. This initiative is part of their strategy to enhance sustainability, which includes maintaining burners in anaerobic reactors and sludge digesters to reduce biogas generation, equating to around 257,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. The emissions data is cascaded from Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. as a current subsidiary, reflecting their commitment to transparency and accountability in climate action. The company continues to focus on improving its environmental performance while addressing the challenges of climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,225,511 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 289,235 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 3,240,731 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A. 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.

