Xylem Inc., a leading global water technology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of addressing the world's water challenges since its founding in 2011. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Xylem operates within the water and wastewater industry, focusing on innovative solutions for water management and treatment. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including advanced water analytics, treatment systems, and smart irrigation technologies. Xylem's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart, as it continually develops cutting-edge technologies that enhance water quality and accessibility. Recognised for its market leadership, Xylem has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the global water sector.
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In 2022, Xylem reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,326,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,855,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 400,250 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, Xylem is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per USD value added within the same timeframe. In previous years, Xylem's emissions were as follows: in 2021, the company emitted approximately 2,793,285 kg CO2e (2,793,850 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 8,661,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2), and in 2020, it reported approximately 27,240,750 kg CO2e (24,336,550 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 13,823,280 kg CO2e from Scope 2) in the US alone. Xylem's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 aligns with global climate goals, and the company is actively working towards these targets through various sustainability initiatives.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 39,893,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,755,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Xylem 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.