Saur
Saur, a prominent player in the environmental services sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1933, the company has established itself as a leader in water and waste management, providing innovative solutions that prioritise sustainability and efficiency. Saur's core offerings include water distribution, wastewater treatment, and waste management services, all designed to meet the evolving needs of urban and rural communities. The company is recognised for its commitment to technological advancement and environmental stewardship, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Saur has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service delivery and sustainability initiatives. As a trusted partner for municipalities and industries, Saur continues to drive progress in the environmental services industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Saur'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Saur's score of 42 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Saur's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Saur reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 61,503,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Saur is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. In 2021, Saur's emissions included about 56,122,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 174,518,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 globally. The company has also been recognised for its commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. Saur's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction strategies are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Saur is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its climate impact and commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,318,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 155,256,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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Saur is committed to some 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.
