AF Gruppen, a leading construction and engineering company headquartered in Norway, has established itself as a prominent player in the Nordic construction industry since its founding in 1985. With a strong presence across Norway and Sweden, AF Gruppen operates primarily in the sectors of construction, property development, and environmental services. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to project management and sustainable practices, offering a diverse range of services that include civil engineering, building construction, and demolition. AF Gruppen's commitment to quality and safety has earned it a solid reputation, positioning it among the top contractors in the region. Notable achievements include significant contributions to infrastructure projects and a focus on environmentally friendly solutions, setting the standard for excellence in the industry.
How does AF Gruppen'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.
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AF Gruppen's score of 35 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, AF Gruppen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,166,000 kg CO2e, comprising 25,441,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 484,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 14,196,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to halve its relative greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects a significant step towards reducing its carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for climate action. In 2024, AF Gruppen's emissions increased to about 42,954,000 kg CO2e, while in 2025, the total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 were reported at approximately 18,376,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working to improve its sustainability practices and reduce emissions intensity, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility. AF Gruppen's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on enhancing its climate strategies and achieving its reduction targets in the coming years.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,236,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 861,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
AF Gruppen's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 80% last year and increased by approximately 80% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
AF Gruppen has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

