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Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch Corporation, a leading global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1915, the firm has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Asia, and Europe. Specialising in critical infrastructure sectors such as water, energy, and telecommunications, Black & Veatch is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including project management, design, and consulting, which are distinguished by their focus on client collaboration and cutting-edge technology. With a legacy of over a century, Black & Veatch has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the industry. Its dedication to delivering resilient infrastructure solutions continues to drive its success in an ever-evolving market.

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How does Black & Veatch'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.

34

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Black & Veatch's score of 34 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Black & Veatch's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Black & Veatch reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,254,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,621,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily stem from mobile combustion, and 4,950,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 11,784,000 kg CO2e, largely from business travel. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of around 27,476,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,395,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 10,984,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 9,213,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Black & Veatch's total emissions increased to about 22,768,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, the total was approximately 19,283,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with a notable rise from 2020 to 2021. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Black & Veatch has acknowledged the importance of addressing climate change and has committed to improving its sustainability practices. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
4,196,000
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Scope 2
16,511,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
16,189,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Black & Veatch'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. Black & Veatch is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating 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.

Black & Veatch is committed to some 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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