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Bechtel Group, Inc.

Bechtel Group, Inc., 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 defence. Renowned for its innovative approach, Bechtel offers a range of services, including project development, engineering, and construction management. Its commitment to safety and sustainability sets it apart in the market. Over the years, Bechtel has achieved numerous milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for complex projects worldwide. With a legacy of excellence, Bechtel continues to shape the future of infrastructure and construction on a global scale.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bechtel Group, Inc.'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.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Bechtel Group, Inc.'s score of 21 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 Group, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Bechtel Group, Inc. reported significant carbon emissions in 2018, with Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 300,000 kg CO2e. In previous years, their emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching about 25,000,000 kg CO2e in 2013 and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 21,618,000 kg CO2e in 2012. Bechtel has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 but has not provided specific figures for Scope 3 emissions in recent years. The company has not set formal reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest information available, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, while Bechtel has made strides in tracking and reporting their emissions, the absence of reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate accountability and sustainability.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bechtel Group, Inc.'s primary industry is Construction work (45), 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. This request for Bechtel Group, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 Group, Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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