Wales and West Utilities, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading gas distribution company serving the regions of Wales and the South West of England. Established in 2005, the company has made significant strides in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of gas to over 2.5 million customers. Specialising in the maintenance and development of gas infrastructure, Wales and West Utilities is committed to innovation and sustainability, offering services that include gas network management and emergency response. Their focus on customer service and safety has positioned them as a trusted provider in the energy sector. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and environmental responsibility, Wales and West Utilities continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a key player in the UK gas distribution industry.
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In 2023, Wales and West Utilities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 358,071,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,166,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 237,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions were reported at approximately 847,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled around 13,339,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from capital goods (4,326,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (4,301,000 kg CO2e). Wales and West Utilities has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce shrinkage emissions, which constitute 97% of their Scope 1 and 2 footprint, by 10% by 2026 compared to the 2021/22 baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 37.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, excluding shrinkage, by 2035. The company is also committed to reaching net zero operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and upstream Scope 3 emissions by 2040, with a further target of net zero for supply chain emissions by 2050. The emissions data is cascaded from Wales & West Utilities Limited, reflecting their current subsidiary status within a corporate family structure.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 4,080,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Wales And West Utilities 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.
