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 Benchmark
Waters's score of 25 is higher than 98% 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 a significant Scope 3 contribution (189,019,400 kg CO2e). This marked a notable increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the company's ongoing challenges in managing indirect emissions. Waters has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2025 from a 2016 baseline. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines. Over the years, Waters has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined reaching approximately 19,900,000 kg CO2e in 2022, down from about 27,200,000 kg CO2e in 2016. This reduction reflects ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and transition to renewable energy sources. As a leader in the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector, Waters is actively working to address its environmental impact while continuing to innovate in its field.
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Add to project| 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 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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