Balfour Beatty, a leading name in the engineering services sector, is headquartered in GB and operates extensively across the UK and internationally. Founded in 1909, the company has established itself as a key player in infrastructure development, offering a diverse range of services including construction, project management, and engineering consultancy.
Balfour Beatty is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, delivering unique solutions that enhance the built environment. With a strong market position, the company has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to quality and safety in large-scale projects. As a trusted partner in the engineering industry, Balfour Beatty continues to shape the future of infrastructure with its expertise and forward-thinking approach.
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Balfour’s score of 96 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Engineering Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Engineering Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Balfour's reported carbon emissions
Balfour Beatty plc, a UK-based Engineering Services firm, reported approximately 4.54 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2025. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 132.02 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 8.36 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 3.99 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to its Scope 3 emissions was purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 3.68 billion kg CO2e.
For 2024, Balfour Beatty reported total emissions of approximately 5.97 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 130.88 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 12.83 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 5.70 billion kg CO2e.
Balfour Beatty is committed to significant emissions reductions. The company has set a target to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2030, against a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, Balfour Beatty aims for net-zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2045, and net-zero across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050. They also have a near-term target to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% by 2030.
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Balfour’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2045
42% reduction in all scopes
42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 20301 Net zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 20452 Net zero Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon e…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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