Severn Trent Water Limited, commonly referred to as Severn Trent, is a leading water and wastewater services provider headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1974, the company primarily operates across the Midlands and Wales, serving millions of customers with essential water services. As a key player in the water industry, Severn Trent focuses on delivering high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater management solutions. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, implementing advanced technologies to enhance service delivery. With a strong market position, Severn Trent has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in infrastructure and environmental initiatives. Its dedication to customer service and operational excellence sets it apart in the competitive landscape of water utilities.
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In 2023, Severn Trent Water Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 406,399,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 406,399,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 342,907,810 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 13,343,000 kg CO2e, primarily from upstream transportation and distribution, as well as business travel. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 527,794,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 404,478,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 154,591,960 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 16,886,130 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of approximately 116,063,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 and 14,746,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1. Severn Trent Water is committed to achieving operational net zero emissions by 2030, focusing on significant reductions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the water industry.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,746,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 116,063,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 19,016,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Severn Trent Water Limited is not participating in any 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.