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Waste Water Treatment
US
updated 2 months ago

Dc Water Sustainability Profile

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DC Water, officially known as the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, is a leading utility provider headquartered in Washington, D.C. Established in 1996, the organisation has made significant strides in delivering high-quality water and wastewater services to the residents of the District of Columbia and surrounding areas. Operating within the water utility industry, DC Water is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The authority manages an extensive network of water treatment facilities and sewer systems, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of potable water while maintaining environmental standards. With a focus on customer service and infrastructure improvement, DC Water has achieved notable milestones, including the implementation of advanced water treatment technologies. Its dedication to excellence positions it as a key player in the region, contributing to the health and well-being of the community it serves.

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How does Dc Water's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Waste Water Treatment industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

11

Industry Benchmark

Dc Water's score of 8 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dc Water's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, DC Water has not reported any specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of recent emissions data. Consequently, there are no recorded Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions figures to analyse. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from the organisation, which suggests that DC Water may not have formalised commitments to reduce its carbon footprint at this time. In the context of climate action, it is essential for organisations like DC Water to establish clear emissions reduction targets and strategies to contribute to broader sustainability goals. Without specific data or commitments, it is challenging to assess their current impact on climate change or their future plans for emissions reduction.

How Carbon Intensive is Dc Water's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dc Water's primary industry is Waste Water Treatment, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dc Water's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Dc Water is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dc Water'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.

Dc Water has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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