Samsung C&T Corporation
Samsung C&T Corporation, a prominent subsidiary of the Samsung Group, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Founded in 1938, the company has evolved into a leader in the construction and trading industries, with a diverse portfolio that includes engineering, architecture, and project management. Renowned for its innovative approach, Samsung C&T offers unique solutions in civil engineering, plant construction, and architecture, setting benchmarks in quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the construction of iconic structures and participation in major infrastructure projects worldwide. With a strong market position, Samsung C&T continues to drive advancements in technology and design, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global construction landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Samsung C&T Corporation'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Samsung C&T Corporation's score of 7 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Samsung C&T Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Samsung C&T Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 185,488,000 kg CO2e globally, with 85,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 99,833,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In South Korea, their emissions for the same year were about 88,184,000 kg CO2e, comprising 21,486,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 66,698,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2021, the global emissions were approximately 185,961,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 77,668,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 108,293,000 kg CO2e. The South Korean figures for that year indicated total emissions of about 85,762,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 15,754,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 70,008,000 kg CO2e. For 2020, Samsung C&T's global emissions reached approximately 189,180,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 76,944,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 112,237,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 112,213,000 kg CO2e. In South Korea, the total emissions were about 85,236,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 14,584,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 70,653,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specified reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Samsung C&T Corporation. The company continues to operate within the construction and materials sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate commitments and reduction strategies in line with global sustainability goals.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 76,944,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 112,237,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 112,213,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Samsung C&T Corporation 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.
