Yorkshire Water Services Limited, commonly referred to as Yorkshire Water, is a leading water utility company headquartered in GB. Established in 1973, the company primarily operates across the Yorkshire region, providing essential water and wastewater services to millions of customers. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Yorkshire Water focuses on delivering high-quality drinking water and effective wastewater management. The company has made significant strides in environmental stewardship, including investments in renewable energy and water conservation initiatives. Recognised for its customer service and operational efficiency, Yorkshire Water has positioned itself as a key player in the UK water industry. Its dedication to improving water quality and infrastructure has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the sector.
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In 2024, Yorkshire Water Services Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 282,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 85,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 178,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 18,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the previous year, 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 207,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 81,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 106,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 9,000,000 kg CO2e. Yorkshire Water has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company’s emissions per megalitre of water supplied and wastewater treated are also tracked, reflecting their operational efficiency in relation to carbon output. Overall, Yorkshire Water Services Limited is actively engaged in understanding and reporting its carbon footprint, although specific reduction strategies have not been outlined.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 87,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 125,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 31,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Yorkshire Water Services Limit 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.