Balfour Beatty LLC
Balfour Beatty LLC, a prominent name in the construction industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates across various regions, delivering complex infrastructure projects. Established in 1909, the company has a long-standing history of delivering innovative construction solutions and has grown to become a key player in the sector.
Specialising in construction work within the infrastructure, transportation, and civil engineering sectors, Balfour Beatty LLC is known for its comprehensive project management and sustainable building practices. Its expertise spans from large-scale public infrastructure to commercial developments, setting it apart through a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. With a reputation for delivering high-profile projects and maintaining a strong market position, Balfour Beatty LLC continues to shape the landscape of modern construction in the US and beyond.
+24 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Balfour Beatty LLC's reported carbon emissions
Balfour Beatty LLC, a construction work company based in the US, reported approximately 3.82 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2022. This figure is derived from its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 217.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were approximately 35.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority, totalling about 3.29 billion kg CO2e.
In 2021, Balfour Beatty LLC's total emissions were approximately 3.83 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 199 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, roughly 41.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and around 3.59 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
For the year 2020, the company's total emissions were approximately 3.86 billion kg CO2e. This included approximately 162.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 42.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 3.7 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Balfour Beatty LLC is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company's emission data is cascaded from its parent organisation, Balfour Beatty plc.
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Balfour Beatty LLC’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Balfour Beatty plc
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Balfour Beatty plcThe Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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