Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) endorses Aqualia's environmental strategy with a 'B' rating
- The company debuts in the leading international environmental disclosure standard, which recognises its climate management and water security.
- CDP highlights Aqualia's value chain as one of the most prominent elements of its environmental performance.
- The result supports the integration of Aqualia's Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy across all levels of the organisation.
Aqualia has been recognised by CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), the international organisation managing a global environmental disclosure system, with a 'B' rating in the categories of Climate Management and Water Security. This valuation is based on data reported by Aqualia in its first individual participation in this international standard, in which 20,000 organisations were evaluated.
Through standardised questionnaires, CDP collects detailed information on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, climate risks, and organisational sustainability strategies. The goal is to help companies and agencies measure and manage their environmental impact. CDP is recognised as a global standard for environmental disclosure, and its data is used by investors, governments, and other stakeholders to assess corporate environmental performance.
Until this year, Aqualia reported its environmental progress as part of the FCC Group. The decision to present its information independently represents a step forward in its commitment to transparency and accountability, allowing for a clearer demonstration of the scope and impact of its management in the fight against climate change and the protection of water resources.
The 'B' (Management) rating obtained by Aqualia evaluates the quality of disclosure, risk identification and management, the setting of targets, and evidence of best practices. CDP applies a scoring methodology ranging from 'A' (the highest) to 'D-' (the lowest), aligned with the TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures) reporting framework.
Validation of a Transversal Environmental Strategy
The recognition particularly highlights Aqualia’s engagement with its value chain, one of the highest-rated aspects by CDP. The involvement of suppliers, users, and collaborators in identifying and managing environmental risks and opportunities has become a strategic pillar for the company. Participation in CDP also brings other benefits, such as opening new opportunities for sustainable investment, identifying areas for improvement, and facilitating compliance with increasingly demanding environmental regulations.
Pedro Rodríguez, Director of Strategic Development and Sustainability at Aqualia, noted: "This recognition confirms we are moving in the right direction and encourages us to continue promoting transparent environmental management aligned with global challenges. Our commitment is to contribute – alongside all the territories where we operate – to a more sustainable future, demonstrating that climate action and water protection are essential levers for competitiveness".
Furthermore, Sherry Madera, CEO of CDP, stated: "A CDP rating is a sign of real commitment backed by solid data, allowing companies to make decisions aligned with a sustainable future, strengthening their competitiveness, access to capital, and regulatory compliance. Proactively addressing environmental risks drives economic resilience and stimulates innovation".
This recognition confirms the integration of Aqualia's Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy across all levels of the organisation, aligned with the objectives of its Sustainability Strategic Plan (SSP). The company remains firm in its commitment to achieving climate neutrality by 2050, while contributing to the protection of water resources through its business model, circularity strategy, and water consumption efficiency policy.
The full list of companies rated by CDP in 2025, as well as the complete methodology and criteria, is available on the Scores and A Lists page.