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Saur, officially known as Saur Group, is a leading provider in the collection, purification, and distribution of water services, with its headquarters based in France. Established in 1990, the company has grown to serve numerous regions across France and beyond, specialising in delivering high-quality water solutions to both urban and rural communities.
Operating primarily within the water industry, Saur focuses on sustainable water management, offering comprehensive services that include water treatment, distribution, and infrastructure maintenance. Its innovative approach and commitment to environmental standards have positioned Saur as a notable player in the sector, recognised for its reliable and efficient water services.
With a strong market presence and a history of key milestones, Saur continues to advance its mission of providing safe, clean water, making it a trusted name in the water collection and purification industry.
46
DitchCarbon score
+28 vs industry average
Saur’s score of 46 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Water Distribution is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.061
20182025
The Water Distribution industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Saur's reported carbon emissions
Saur, a French company in the collected and purified water and distribution services industry, reported its Scope 1 emissions at 88,571,000 kg CO2e for 2025. Their Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were 127,271,000 kg CO2e in the same year. For 2024, Saur's Scope 1 emissions were 89,568,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were 124,808,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled 532,029,000 kg CO2e.
Saur is committed to several climate actions, with targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). They aim to reduce their absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year, aligning with a 1.5°C trajectory. Furthermore, Saur plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from specific categories, including purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, by 25% within the same timeframe. Saur has also made a long-term commitment to net-zero emissions for all scopes by 2050.
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Saur’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Saur commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
At risk42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Saur commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
Behind target42%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Saur also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy related activities, upstream t…
Insufficient data25%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Saur’s sustainability data and climate commitments
For 2025, Saur reported total carbon emissions of approximately 214 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises roughly 89 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 127 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based). As a company operating in the water collection and distribution sector in France, Saur's emissions profile reflects its operational activities. The company's commitment to transparency is demonstrated by its disclosure of these key emissions data points for the specified reporting year.
Data year: 2025
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