Vitens, officially known as Vitens N.V., is a leading player in the beverages industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 2001, the company has grown to become the largest drinking water supplier in the country, serving millions of customers across various regions, including Friesland, Overijssel, and Gelderland.
Specialising in the production and distribution of high-quality drinking water, Vitens is committed to sustainability and innovation. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with a focus on environmental stewardship, ensuring safe and reliable water supply. Notable achievements include significant investments in infrastructure and water quality management, positioning Vitens as a trusted name in the industry. With a strong market presence, Vitens continues to set benchmarks for excellence in water services, contributing to the health and well-being of communities throughout the Netherlands.
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Industry Intensity
Beverage Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 48% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vitens's reported carbon emissions
Vitens, a beverages company headquartered in NL, reported a total of approximately 141 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. In 2023, their total emissions were approximately 120 million kg CO2e, comprising about 39 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and approximately 72 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity), with Scope 3 contributing around 13 million kg CO2e.
For 2024, Vitens's Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 40 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity) at about 86 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 15 million kg CO2e. This represents an increase in total emissions compared to 2023.
In 2022, Vitens reported total emissions of approximately 141 million kg CO2e. This data point is derived from the organization's total emissions and does not specify individual scope breakdowns.
Previous years also show significant emissions, with approximately 148 million kg CO2e reported in 2021 and approximately 153 million kg CO2e in 2020. The 2020 emissions breakdown included approximately 38 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, around 92 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 18 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Vitens has previously set targets to reduce CO2 emissions in production by 40% between 2015 and 2020, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. However, the provided data does not indicate progress against these specific targets or mention any newer climate commitments or reduction initiatives.
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Vitens’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2020
40% reduction in Scope 2
Reduce CO2 emissions in production by 40%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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