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.
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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.
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Saur's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Saur reported its carbon emissions, focusing on Scope 1, which totalled approximately 61,503,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the 1.5°C trajectory endorsed by the Paris Agreement. Additionally, Saur is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and other operational aspects. In 2021, Saur's total emissions were approximately 96,122,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, indicating a significant focus on reducing these figures in the coming years. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, with its targets verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its commitments are in line with global climate goals.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 45,214,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 70,036,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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Saur is participating in some 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.
