Waters
Waters Corporation, a leading player in the analytical instruments industry, is headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1958, the company has established itself as a pioneer in liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry, serving a diverse range of sectors including pharmaceuticals, environmental, and food safety. Waters is renowned for its innovative core products, such as the ACQUITY UPLC and Xevo mass spectrometers, which are distinguished by their precision and reliability. With a strong global presence, Waters operates in key regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in scientific research and quality control. The company’s commitment to advancing analytical science has earned it numerous accolades, reflecting its significant contributions to the field.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Waters's score of 42 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Waters's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Waters Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 189,019,400 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (12,700,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (4,300,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (189,019,400 kg CO2e). This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Waters has set an ambitious target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35% by 2025, using 2016 as the baseline year. This near-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating their commitment to significant reductions in their carbon footprint. Additionally, Waters has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment underscores their dedication to sustainable practices within the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector. Overall, Waters Corporation is actively working towards reducing its carbon emissions through defined targets and a clear commitment to sustainability, positioning itself as a responsible leader in its industry.
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Get Started| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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