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SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC

South Staffordshire PLC, headquartered in Great Britain, is a prominent player in the utilities sector, specialising in water and wastewater services. Founded in 1853, the company has established a strong presence across the Midlands and South East regions, delivering essential services to millions of customers. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, South Staffordshire PLC offers a range of core services, including water supply, wastewater treatment, and environmental management. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with a focus on customer satisfaction, setting them apart in the industry. Recognised for their operational excellence, South Staffordshire PLC has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for service quality and environmental stewardship. As a trusted provider in the utilities market, the company continues to enhance its reputation through strategic investments and community engagement initiatives.

DitchCarbon Score

How does SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

10

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Water Distribution industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

17

Industry Benchmark

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC's score of 10 is lower than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, South Staffordshire PLC reported carbon emissions of approximately 22,255,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant focus on indirect emissions associated with energy consumption. In contrast, the company’s 2021 data revealed total emissions of about 56,317,000 kg CO2e, which included 19,967,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,387,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 11,963,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports, South Staffordshire PLC is actively monitoring its emissions and has made strides in transparency regarding its carbon footprint. The company’s commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting, although no formal climate pledges or science-based targets have been established as of the latest data. Overall, South Staffordshire PLC is positioned to enhance its climate commitments and reduce its carbon emissions in the future, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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00,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC's primary industry is Collected and purified water, distribution services of water (41), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE PLC 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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