Public Profile

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.

15

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.

8

Industry Benchmark

BESIX Group's score of 15 is lower than 100% 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

In 2023, BESIX Group reported carbon emissions of approximately 5000 kg CO2e per turnover, reflecting a significant reduction from previous years. The company has demonstrated a consistent downward trend in emissions, decreasing from about 7500 kg CO2e per turnover in 2022, 10000 kg CO2e in 2021, 12500 kg CO2e in 2020, and 15000 kg CO2e in 2019. This represents a remarkable reduction of about 67% over the five-year period. BESIX Group has not disclosed specific targets related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal reduction initiatives. However, the ongoing decrease in emissions indicates a commitment to improving their carbon footprint. The emissions data provided does not specify the scopes of emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3), but the focus on reducing emissions per turnover suggests a proactive approach to sustainability within their operations. Overall, BESIX Group's efforts reflect a strong commitment to climate action, aligning with industry standards for reducing carbon emissions.

Industry emissions intensity

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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. BESIX Group is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very 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.

BESIX Group 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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