Vitens
Vitens N.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading water utility company that has been serving the region since its establishment in 2001. With a strong operational presence across various provinces, including Friesland, Overijssel, and Gelderland, Vitens is dedicated to providing high-quality drinking water to millions of households and businesses. Specialising in water extraction, treatment, and distribution, Vitens stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in water management. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in water purification technologies and a robust infrastructure that ensures reliable service delivery. Recognised as one of the largest water suppliers in the Netherlands, Vitens continues to enhance its market position through strategic investments and a focus on environmental stewardship.
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Vitens's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vitens reported total carbon emissions of approximately 136,500,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 124,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 136,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled around 141,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 10,000,000 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 141,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions over the year. The breakdown for 2022 showed Scope 1 emissions at about 141,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions also at approximately 141,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at the same level. Vitens has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The data indicates a focus on reducing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which often represents a significant portion of total emissions in the water utility sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 94,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Vitens is not committed to any 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.
