URBASER
URBASER, officially known as Urbaser S.A., is a leading player in the waste management and environmental services industry, headquartered in Spain. Established in 1996, the company has expanded its operations across various regions, including Europe and Latin America, providing innovative solutions for waste collection, treatment, and recycling. With a strong commitment to sustainability, URBASER offers a range of services that include urban waste management, industrial waste treatment, and environmental consultancy. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with a focus on circular economy principles, setting them apart in the market. Recognised for their excellence, URBASER has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for their environmental initiatives. As a trusted partner for municipalities and businesses, URBASER continues to enhance its market position through a dedication to quality and innovation in waste management solutions.
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URBASER's score of 5 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
URBASER's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, URBASER reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,486,000,480 kg CO2e, comprising 200,637,240 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,772,680 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 5,485,734,080 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2020 figures showing approximately 5,093,235,770 kg CO2e in total emissions. URBASER's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with notable peaks in Scope 3 emissions, which consistently represent the largest portion of their carbon footprint. For instance, in 2016, the company recorded about 4,181,654,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions were significantly lower, at 117,998,000 kg CO2e and 26,585,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, URBASER's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their ongoing monitoring and reporting of emissions across all scopes. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at reducing their environmental impact, although detailed strategies or pledges have not been specified.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 96,555,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,381,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,963,422,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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URBASER 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.
