Business Stream
Business Stream, a leading provider of water and wastewater services, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key player in the water industry, focusing on delivering innovative solutions for businesses seeking to optimise their water usage and reduce costs. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Business Stream offers a range of core services, including water retail, wastewater management, and water efficiency consultancy. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with expert insights, enabling clients to achieve significant savings and environmental benefits. Recognised for its commitment to customer service and operational excellence, Business Stream has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the water sector.
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Business Stream's score of 45 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Stream's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Business Stream reported total carbon emissions of approximately 231,177 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 73,914 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (18,102 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (55,597 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, attributed to purchased electricity, were around 104,483 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 52,781 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (30,136 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 461,776 kg CO2e, indicating a notable reduction in emissions over the year. The trend shows a significant decrease from 2021, where emissions were approximately 204,486 kg CO2e, and from 2020, which recorded about 447,619 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Business Stream has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or climate pledges, nor have they outlined any formal reduction initiatives. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 194,268 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 178,857 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 248,738 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Business Stream is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
