- Ōrākei Main Sewer collapse due to factors including pipe condition, extreme rainfall, and weakened concrete blocks.
- Significant weather events in January and February 2023 causing damage to water-related infrastructure.
- Uncertainty surrounding water reform and financial sustainability.
- High TRIFR (Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate) exceeding the target.
Watercare Services Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-07 to 2024-06 reporting, Watercare Services Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 66.5K tonnes CO2e/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
66.5K tonnes CO2e/year
2023-07 to 2024-06
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced operational emissions (scope 1 and 2) by achieving 66,539 tonnes CO2e, exceeding the target of <89,200 tonnes CO2e. More than half of the electricity purchased was certified 100% renewable.
- Completed a third water storage reservoir in Manukau, holding 45 million litres of water and boosting Auckland’s wider water supply resilience.
- Completed work to rehabilitate the Ōrākei Main Sewer by relining a 116-metre section.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 15% by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce operational emissions (scope 1 and 2) by 50% by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EnvironmentalSocialGovernance