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Suez

Suez, officially known as Suez Group, is a leading global player in the environmental services industry, headquartered in Paris, France. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Suez focuses on water and waste management solutions, catering to both municipal and industrial clients. Founded in 1858, the company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable resource management and innovative waste recycling technologies. Suez offers a diverse range of core services, including water treatment, waste collection, and recycling, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles. Renowned for its expertise in resource recovery, Suez has positioned itself as a market leader, consistently recognised for its contributions to environmental protection and sustainable development.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Suez'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.

52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wastewater Treatment 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

Suez's score of 52 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Suez's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Suez reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.06 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 966,400 tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 92,400 tonnes CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Suez plans to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and transportation, by 14% within the same timeframe. Suez is also committed to ensuring that 25% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products, will have science-based targets by 2026. These initiatives reflect Suez's dedication to aligning with global climate goals and contributing to a sustainable future.

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Scope 1
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Suez's primary industry is Other waste for treatment: waste water treatment, which is high 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. Suez is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Suez is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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