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BE
updated 14 days ago

Spadel

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Spadel, officially known as Spadel Group, is a leading player in the bottled water industry, headquartered in Belgium (BE). Founded in 1870, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in France, the Netherlands, and Germany. Spadel is renowned for its commitment to natural mineral waters and soft drinks, offering a diverse portfolio that includes brands like Spa, Bru, and Wattwiller. What sets Spadel apart is its dedication to sustainability and quality, sourcing water from protected springs and prioritising eco-friendly practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for its environmental initiatives, reinforcing its position as a market leader. With a focus on innovation and consumer health, Spadel continues to thrive in the competitive beverage landscape, making it a trusted choice for health-conscious consumers.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Water Distribution 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Spadel's score of 35 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Spadel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Spadel, headquartered in Belgium, reported a GHG emissions intensity of approximately 0.1254 kg CO2e per litre of electricity consumed. This data reflects their commitment to transparency, although specific total emissions figures for 2023 are not disclosed. The company has set ambitious climate targets, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute GHG emissions by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. Furthermore, Spadel aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Spadel's reduction initiatives include specific targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming for a 90% reduction by 2050 from a 2022 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from sources such as supply chain activities and product use, the company targets a 90% reduction by 2050 as well. Additionally, Spadel has committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Spadel's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The company is also focused on ensuring that 60% of its suppliers have science-based targets by 2028, further embedding sustainability into its operations.

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2020
Scope 1
10,306,300
Scope 2
3,499,600
Scope 3
110,691,800

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Spadel's primary industry is Collected and purified water, distribution services of water (41), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Spadel is in BE, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Spadel is participating in some 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.

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