Amec, officially known as Amec Foster Wheeler, is a prominent player in the engineering and project management sector, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and North America, specialising in the oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure industries. Amec is renowned for its innovative solutions in engineering, environmental services, and project delivery, setting itself apart with a commitment to sustainability and safety. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in project execution and environmental stewardship. With a robust market position, Amec continues to lead in providing comprehensive services that enhance operational efficiency and drive value for clients worldwide. Its dedication to quality and innovation solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the global engineering landscape.
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Amec's score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Amec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 281,500 kg CO2e, comprising 247,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 34,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. This represents a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions in 2023 recorded at approximately 511,230 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in their carbon footprint. Amec's emissions data for 2021 in China showed a total of approximately 16,732,160 kg CO2e, which included both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data for Amec is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices, although specific climate pledges or initiatives have not been detailed.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
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.
Amec 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.

