Public Profile

Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation, a leading global engineering and construction firm, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1898, Bechtel has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. The company operates primarily within the construction and project management industry, focusing on sectors such as infrastructure, energy, and environmental services. Renowned for its innovative approach, Bechtel offers a range of core services, including project development, engineering, and construction management. Its commitment to safety and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. With a legacy of delivering iconic projects, Bechtel has earned a reputation for excellence, consistently ranking among the top firms in the industry. Notable achievements include significant contributions to major infrastructure projects worldwide, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in complex construction endeavours.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bechtel'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.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Bechtel's score of 18 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bechtel's reported carbon emissions

Bechtel, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets outlined. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in addressing climate change. As the construction and engineering sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Bechtel's future commitments may include strategies to reduce emissions across all scopes, particularly in Scope 1 and 2, which pertain to direct and indirect emissions from their operations. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate commitments.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bechtel's primary industry is Other services (93), 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. Bechtel 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.

Bechtel is not committed to any 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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