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Wienerberger

Wienerberger AG, a leading player in the building materials industry, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded in 1819, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable construction solutions, focusing on clay blocks, roof tiles, and concrete products. Wienerberger's commitment to innovation is evident in its extensive range of high-quality products, which are designed to enhance energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its position as one of the largest manufacturers of ceramic materials in the world. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Wienerberger continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for architects, builders, and developers seeking durable and eco-friendly construction solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Wienerberger's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wienerberger's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Wienerberger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,909,400,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,909,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 78,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,244,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all three scopes. Over the years, Wienerberger has demonstrated a fluctuating trend in emissions, with notable figures from previous years including 2,764,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 2,649,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Wienerberger's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, particularly in the context of their operational footprint. The company continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices, although specific reduction strategies have not been outlined in the available data.

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1,024,601,000
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623,695,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wienerberger's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Wienerberger is headquartered in AT, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Wienerberger is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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