Balfour
Balfour Beatty, a leading international infrastructure group, is headquartered in GB and operates extensively across the UK, the US, and various international markets. Founded in 1909, the company has established itself as a key player in the construction and engineering industry, focusing on sectors such as transportation, utilities, and social infrastructure. Balfour Beatty is renowned for its innovative approach to project delivery, offering a diverse range of services including construction, project management, and asset management. Their commitment to sustainability and safety sets them apart, ensuring that projects not only meet client expectations but also contribute positively to the environment and communities. With a strong market position, Balfour Beatty has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to excellence and its significant contributions to major infrastructure projects worldwide.
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Balfour's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Balfour Beatty reported total carbon emissions of approximately 130,878,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 12,826,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 5,753,125,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 5,326,854,000 kg CO2e in 2024. Balfour Beatty has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 2030. Long-term goals include achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a further target of a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by the same year. The company’s emissions intensity, measured as total Scope 1 and 2 emissions per unit of revenue, indicates a proactive approach to reducing carbon output relative to financial performance. Balfour Beatty's commitment to sustainability aligns with industry standards, reflecting a growing recognition of the need for comprehensive climate action in the construction and engineering sector.
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| 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 148,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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