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SUEZ Groupe S.A.S.

SUEZ Groupe S.A.S., commonly referred to as SUEZ, is a leading global player in the environmental services industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1858, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on water and waste management solutions across Europe, North America, and Asia. SUEZ offers a diverse range of services, including water treatment, waste recycling, and resource recovery, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering advanced waste management technologies and enhancing water purification processes. With a strong market position, SUEZ is recognised for its contributions to the circular economy, making it a trusted partner for municipalities and industries seeking efficient and eco-friendly solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does SUEZ Groupe S.A.S.'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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sewage Biogasification 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

SUEZ Groupe S.A.S.'s score of 8 is higher than 92% 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 Groupe S.A.S.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2020, SUEZ Groupe S.A.S. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,385,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 2,857,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant portion, totalling about 9,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from various activities such as business travel, employee commuting, and the use of sold products. As of 2023 and 2024, SUEZ has not disclosed any new emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not publicly committed to any climate pledges or outlined specific reduction initiatives, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. Overall, SUEZ Groupe S.A.S. continues to navigate its carbon footprint with a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their climate commitments.

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2020
Scope 1
6,385,000
Scope 2
2,857,000
Scope 3
9,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SUEZ Groupe S.A.S.'s primary industry is Sewage sludge for treatment: biogasification and land application, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Groupe S.A.S. is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

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.

SUEZ Groupe S.A.S. is not committed to any 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.

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

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