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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Waters's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Waters Corporation reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 207,000,400 kg CO2e, comprising 12,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 189,019,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included 7,589,700 kg CO2e from business travel and 14,119,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, highlighting the substantial impact of indirect emissions in their overall carbon footprint. Waters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce GHG emissions by 35% by 2025 from a 2016 baseline across all scopes. As of December 31, 2020, they achieved a 10.3% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the same baseline. Furthermore, Waters is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, as indicated by their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company has consistently reported its emissions data and reduction targets, demonstrating transparency and accountability in its climate strategy. With a focus on both direct and indirect emissions, Waters is actively working towards a more sustainable future in the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,319,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,372,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,131,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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