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Scottish Water, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider in the collected and purified water industry, specialising in the distribution of water services. Established in 2002, the company has made significant strides in ensuring the delivery of high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater management across Scotland.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Scottish Water serves millions of customers, focusing on core services that include water supply, wastewater treatment, and environmental stewardship. The company is recognised for its unique approach to integrating technology and community engagement, enhancing both service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
As a key player in the water sector, Scottish Water has achieved notable milestones, including substantial investments in infrastructure improvements and a strong emphasis on environmental protection, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the industry.
-5 vs industry average
Scottish Water’s score of 13 is lower than 38% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Water Distribution has above-average carbon intensity
The Water Distribution industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Scottish Water, operating in the collected and purified water, and distribution services of water industry, has been reporting its carbon emissions across various scopes. For the financial year 2024, the company reported a total of approximately 229.35 million kg CO2e. This figure comprised about 39.82 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 97.67 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 91.86 million kg CO2e, though specific data for purchased goods and services was noted as missing.
In 2023, Scottish Water's total emissions were about 225.12 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 39.52 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 88.84 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 96.77 million kg CO2e.
Earlier data indicates a total of approximately 112.35 million kg CO2e in 2022, with Scope 1 emissions around 11.28 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 93.29 million kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 122.90 million kg CO2e, including about 11.60 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 106.64 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 254.00 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at about 127.83 million kg CO2e, with Scope 3 data not disclosed for that year.
For 2018, total emissions were approximately 312.00 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 315.00 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 140.00 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 100.00 million kg CO2e. In 2015, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 404.00 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 31.00 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 25.00 million kg CO2e.
Scottish Water has not disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments through the provided information. The organisation's data is not cascaded from a parent company, with performance sources originating from "Scottish Water" itself.
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