American Water Works Co Inc
American Water Works Energy Data Preview
In 2023, American Water Works disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.
American Water Works also reported how it meets its energy needs through a mix of purchased and self-generated energy, offering insight into its sourcing strategy and level of energy independence.
Additionally, American Water Works also disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.
Finally, American Water Works also reported the types of energy sources as well as generation technologies, both for purchased and self-produced energy, helping stakeholders evaluate American Water Works's reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives.
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Insights into American Water Works's Energy Renewability
In 2023, American Water Works consumed a total of 5.08 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 1.51% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 98.49% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power.
American Water Works's Energy Renewability Rate
How much of American Water Works's energy consumed is renewable?
In 2023, American Water Works consumed a total of 5.08 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 1.51% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power.
This low level of renewable energy use highlights a heavy reliance on fossil fuels or other non-renewable sources, suggesting that American Water Works has considerable room to improve its energy sustainability strategy.
Are American Water Works's energy practices becoming more sustainable?
Since 2021, American Water Works's total energy consumption has remained relatively stable with no major changes reported over time.
Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in American Water Works's consumption increased by 324.72%, including a 142.97% increase in 2023, showing consistent progress in clean energy adoption.
Overall, American Water Works’s energy trends reveal a complex picture, with variations in total consumption and renewable sourcing. A closer examination of operational drivers and sourcing strategies is needed to fully assess the company’s environmental impact.
American Water Works's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time
- Renewable Energy Consumed
- Non-renewable Energy Consumed
Insights into American Water Works's Energy Consumption & Production Mix
In 2023, American Water Works disclosed detailed information on both the sources and generation technologies of its consumed and produced energy This disclosure enables a clearer assessment of the American Water Works's overall energy mix, its sourcing strategy, and its reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives such as renewables and low-carbon technologies.
American Water Works's Energy Consumed by Sources and Technologies
What are the main sources and generation technologies behind American Water Works's energy consumption?
In 2023, American Water Works's total energy consumption was primarily sourced from
- Electricity (Unspecified Source) (74.46%)
- Fuel (Unspecified Type) (24.03%)
- Other Sources (1.51%)
How diverse is American Water Works’s energy consumption mix?
In 2023, American Water Works consumed energy from 3 different sources or generation technologies, indicating a highly concentrated energy mix, with Electricity (Unspecified Source) alone accounting for 74.46% of total consumption.
What are the main sources or generation technologies used by American Water Works to produce energy?
In 2023, American Water Works's energy production came primarily from
- Other Sources (100%)
How diverse is American Water Works’s energy production mix?
In 2023, American Water Works produced energy using 1 different sources or generation technologies. The energy production mix is highly concentrated, with Other Sources alone making up 100% of total output.
American Water Works's Energy Produced by Sources and Technologies
Insights into American Water Works's Energy Inflows & Self-Sufficiency
In 2023, American Water Works reported total energy inflows of 3.79 million Gigajoules, which corresponds to the company's full energy needs, including energy consumed, redistributed, sold, or stored. This energy inflow was composed of 3.78 million Gigajoules purchased from external suppliers and 10,170 Gigajoules generated through internal production. This corresponds to a production share of 0.27%, reflecting a 3.9% percentage point decrease from the previous year (2022) and a 8.89% percentage point decrease since 2021.
American Water Works's production share has remained relatively consistent over time, with no significant fluctuations. This stability may indicate a deliberate sourcing strategy built on predictable supply patterns, or a balanced reliance on both internal and external energy sources.
American Water Works's Energy Purchased vs Produced Over Time
- Total Energy Produced
- Total Energy Purchased