Global Water Utilities Could Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 50% At Low to No Cost

Global water utilities account for approximately 2% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — the equivalent of the world’s shipping industry. And this figure is set to spiral as utilities work towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal of universal access to water and sanitation by 2030. But water utilities could cut their emissions dramatically and quickly, according to a new paper from global water technology company, Xylem Inc. The paper outlines the sector’s opportunity to reduce emissions quickly and affordably, with current, high-efficiency technologies. “Water Utilities: Moving Fast Toward A Zero-Carbon Future” forms part of Xylem’s contribution to COP26, where the company is