Veolia Environnement S.A., commonly known as Veolia, is a global leader in environmental services headquartered in France. Established in 1853, the company has evolved to become a key player in the water, waste management, and energy sectors, operating extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Veolia's core offerings include water treatment, waste recycling, and energy recovery, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering advanced waste-to-energy technologies and implementing comprehensive water management solutions. With a strong market position, Veolia is recognised for its dedication to creating circular economies and reducing environmental impact, making it a trusted partner for municipalities and industries alike. Its notable achievements underscore its role in driving sustainable development globally.
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Veolia's score of 65 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Veolia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 66.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 20.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions and approximately 45.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 30% reduction across 67% of Scope 3 emissions by 2032, using 2021 as the baseline year. In previous years, Veolia achieved a 5.2% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2018 reference scope, with a target to further reduce these emissions by 40% by 2034. The company is also committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, aligning with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C target. Veolia's emissions data is sourced directly from its own reporting, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company continues to enhance its decarbonisation efforts through various initiatives, including significant investments to phase out coal by 2030, which is expected to reduce emissions by approximately 2.7 million tonnes CO2e.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 9,900,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Veolia has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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