Waters Sustainability Profile
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 207,000,000 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 notable contributions from purchased goods and services (about 158,833,700 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 14,119,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (around 7,589,700 kg CO2e). 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, the company achieved a 10.3% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the same baseline. Furthermore, Waters is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with this target recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organisation. Waters Corporation operates within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences sector, headquartered in the United States.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,392,000 | 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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Waters's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Waters's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Waters's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Waters 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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