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Aecom

AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure and environmental services, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. AECOM excels in providing integrated solutions in architecture, engineering, construction management, and environmental services, setting itself apart with its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a diverse portfolio that includes urban development, transportation, and water management, AECOM has achieved notable milestones, such as being ranked among the top firms in the engineering and construction industry. The company's unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for clients worldwide. AECOM's dedication to delivering resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions underscores its prominent market position and reputation for excellence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Aecom's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

79

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Aecom's score of 79 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aecom's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, AECOM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,795,216,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 22,926,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions significantly higher at approximately 1,743,218,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2018 baseline. AECOM is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. In 2023, AECOM's total emissions were approximately 2,324,133,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 23,745,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 30,113,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 2,270,275,000 kg CO2e. The company has already achieved a 61% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its fiscal 2018 baseline. AECOM's climate commitments are further validated by its approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making it the first engineering company to set such targets aligned with the Paris Agreement. The long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in total emissions by 2040, reinforcing AECOM's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the construction and engineering sector.

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178,728,000
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25,482,570
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aecom's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Aecom is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Aecom is participating in some of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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