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Metal Fabrication
BE
updated 18 hours ago

Bekaert

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Bekaert, officially known as NV Bekaert SA, is a global leader in steel wire transformation and coating technologies, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1880, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, serving diverse industries such as construction, automotive, and energy. Bekaert's core offerings include high-quality steel wire products, advanced coatings, and innovative solutions that enhance performance and durability. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and technological innovation, positioning itself as a key player in the wire and cable industry. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Bekaert continues to achieve notable success, including its recognition for excellence in product quality and customer service. As a trusted partner, Bekaert remains dedicated to delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Metal Fabrication 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Bekaert's score of 46 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bekaert's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bekaert reported carbon emissions of approximately 37,395,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,647,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 44,042,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their operations in Belgium. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Bekaert is committed to achieving Carbon Net Zero by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Bekaert's emissions strategy is aligned with science-based targets, as they also plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 19.7% by 2035. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the same year. Overall, Bekaert's climate commitments demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint in line with global climate goals.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
299,964,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,352,871,000
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0,000,000,000
Scope 3
6,094,234,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bekaert's primary industry is Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment (28), 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 Bekaert is in BE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bekaert is participating in some 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
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