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BESIX Group

BESIX Group, a leading construction and engineering firm headquartered in Belgium, has established a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa since its founding in 1909. Renowned for its expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects, BESIX operates in various sectors, including civil engineering, real estate development, and environmental services. The company is distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering unique solutions that integrate cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly practices. With a portfolio that includes iconic structures and complex projects, BESIX Group has earned a reputation for excellence and reliability in the construction industry. Its notable achievements and strategic market position underscore its role as a key player in shaping the built environment.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BESIX Group'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.

15

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

BESIX Group's score of 15 is lower than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9%

BESIX Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, BESIX Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2020, where emissions were about 32,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 10,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 12,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 12,500,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a commitment to reducing emissions over the years, with a notable decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. However, in 2022 and 2023, BESIX Group did not disclose any emissions data, which raises questions about their ongoing climate commitments. Despite the lack of recent figures, the company has been actively working on initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or pledges have not been documented. BESIX Group's emissions data reflects its efforts to address climate change, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability. The company continues to focus on sustainability, aiming to improve its environmental performance in the construction sector.

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201920202021
Scope 1
12,500,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
15,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
15,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BESIX Group'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. BESIX Group is headquartered in BE, 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.

BESIX Group 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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