View our new 2025-2027 goals on the Sustainability Priorities page.
Sustainability
Engineering innovative and forward-thinking solutions, we’re building a better, more sustainable future where energy efficiency drives operational profitability across a growing range of industries.
19.7 million
Metric tons of carbon emissions avoided by our customers annually
65%
Goal to reduce our emissions in relation to our revenue by 2026
$6.3 billion
Energy expenses saved by our customers annually
100%
of manufacturing facilities adhere to an Environmental Management System (EMS) certified to the ISO 14001 standard
AAA
MSCI ESG Rating as of 2023
Sustainability in action
Our UNSDG Alignment
Clean Water and Sanitation
Target 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 6.A
Our energy recovery devices positively impact the water industry by increasing efficiencies for water desalination facilities and reducing costs and emissions. Our energy recovery devices for wastewater treatment applications significantly reduce the energy needs, costs, and emissions associated with treating wastewater discharge through ultra high-pressure reverse osmosis (UHPRO) applications.
Affordable and Clean Energy
Target 7.3
Our products reduce emissions related to the production of vital resources by increasing efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Our energy recovery solutions save customers 41.4 TWh of energy consumption annually, making energy-intensive industries, such as seawater desalination, wastewater treatment, and CO2 refrigeration affordable and accessible.
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Target 9.2, 9.4
Our products help build more resilient infrastructure and advance sustainable industrialization by enabling energy and cost-efficient commercial and industrial processes. The Kigali Amendment has gained significant traction, aligning signatories with specified timelines to phase down HFC use. Our PX G1300® energy recovery device helps customers save energy and increase system reliability, improving their bottom line while reducing their carbon footprint and meeting local regulations.
Responsible Consumption and Production
Target 12.2, 12.4-7, 12.A
Our products and solutions are aligned in their focus on the efficient management and use of natural resources. Our product lines in industries such as refrigeration can offer a cost-effective path for transitioning to a more sustainable and natural refrigerant to exponentially reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, we are committed to adopting more sustainable consumption and production practices in our own operations.
Climate Action
Target 13.1, 13.2, 13.3
Our product lines reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions globally and support reuse of wastewater and provision of drinking water to communities. In 2023, our products helped customers avoid 19.7M metric tons of carbon emissions. In our own operations, we have set a target to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in relation to our revenue by 65% by 2026.*
*Based on Energy Recovery estimates (internally validated)
Awards & Ratings
MSCI ESG Rating “AAA”
Silver EcoVadis Sustainability Rating
“Best ESG Communications” and “Best ESG Reporting among small to mid-cap companies”
Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating: Medium
MSCI ESG Small Cap Leaders Index
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In May 2024, Energy Recovery received an ESG Risk Rating of 24.5 and was assessed by Morningstar Sustainalytics to be at Medium risk of experiencing material financial impacts from ESG factors. In no event shall the rating be construed as investment advice or expert opinion as defined by the applicable legislation. The information contained or reflected herein is not directed to or intended for use or distribution to India-based clients or users and its distribution to Indian resident individuals or entities is not permitted, and Morningstar/Sustainalytics accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for the actions of third parties in this respect.
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