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BESIX Group

BESIX Group, a leading construction and engineering firm headquartered in Belgium, has established a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa since its founding in 1909. Renowned for its expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects, BESIX operates in various sectors, including civil engineering, real estate development, and environmental services. The company is distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering unique solutions that integrate cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly practices. With a portfolio that includes iconic structures and complex projects, BESIX Group has earned a reputation for excellence and reliability in the construction industry. Its notable achievements and strategic market position underscore its role as a key player in shaping the built environment.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BESIX Group'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.

29

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

BESIX Group's score of 29 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BESIX Group's reported carbon emissions

BESIX Group, headquartered in Belgium, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. By the end of 2030, BESIX aims to achieve a 40% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity per million euro turnover, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, BESIX is committed to reaching net-zero for its direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 2) carbon emissions by no later than 2050. These initiatives reflect the company's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the construction industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BESIX Group's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 BESIX Group is in BE, which has a very 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.

BESIX Group 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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