- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions to meet the Paris Agreement goals.
- Addressing PFAS contamination in water sources.
- Managing lead service lines.
- Maintaining aging water infrastructure.
SJW Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, SJW Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 17.9K tCO2e/year (2022). By scope: Scope 1: 5.3K tCO2e/year (2022); Scope 2: 6.8K tCO2e/year (2022); Scope 3: 5.8K tCO2e/year (2022). 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
17.9K tCO2e/year (2022)
2022
Renewable Energy
42% (SJW), varies by subsidiary (2022)
of total energy
Water Usage
44.5K million gallons (2022)
2022
Waste
9.6K tons/year (2022)
2022
Energy Use
97.3K MWh/year (2022)
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 5.3K tCO2e/year (2022) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 6.8K tCO2e/year (2022) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 5.8K tCO2e/year (2022) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 17.9K tCO2e/year (2022) |
| 2021 | 20.2K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Updated group-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory.
- Committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% from 2019 levels by 2030.
- Improved water loss reduction across all subsidiaries.
- Expanded acoustic leak detection sensor system (San Jose Water).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 from 2019 baseline.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Greenhouse Gas EmissionsHealth and SafetyEnvironmental StewardshipDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Charitable GivingSupplier DiversityCybersecurityWater QualityInfrastructure Investment