- Potential presence of PFAS in biosolids.
- Industry challenges in moving toward a more circular world.
Synagro Technologies, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Synagro Technologies, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 288.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 35.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 253.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 715.8K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
288.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
10.5% (Biogas)
of total energy
Water Usage
2.2 billion gallons/year (liquid biosolids processed)
2023
Energy Use
3.6M GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 35.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 253.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 715.8K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 288.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 878.2K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Received and processed 16+ million tons of biosolids, organics and residuals annually, with over 80% recycled and transformed into beneficial use.
- Avoided 2+ million metric tons of CO2e emissions through waste transformation.
- Reduced energy intensity of operations and increased biogas utilization.
- Launched SynaPure™ water treatment system.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Expand organic composting footprint.
- Expand services and rail business.
- Reduce GHG emissions through energy efficiency and increased beneficial use of biosolids.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greener WorldPassionate PeopleTransparent Integrity