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Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch Corporation, a leading global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1915, the firm has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Asia, and Europe. Specialising in critical infrastructure sectors such as water, energy, and telecommunications, Black & Veatch is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including project management, design, and consulting, which are distinguished by their focus on client collaboration and cutting-edge technology. With a legacy of over a century, Black & Veatch has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the industry. Its dedication to delivering resilient infrastructure solutions continues to drive its success in an ever-evolving market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Black & Veatch'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.

34

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Black & Veatch's score of 34 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Black & Veatch's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Black & Veatch reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,254,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,621,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of around 4,950,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass business travel and fuel-related activities, accounted for approximately 12,424,000 kg CO2e. The company's emissions have fluctuated over recent years, with total emissions decreasing from about 40,982,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 28,254,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This represents a significant reduction, highlighting their commitment to addressing climate change. Despite these reductions, Black & Veatch has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of formal targets suggests a need for further commitment to structured climate action. Overall, Black & Veatch's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to managing carbon footprints, although the establishment of clear reduction targets would enhance their climate strategy.

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Scope 1
4,196,000
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Scope 2
16,511,000
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Scope 3
16,189,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Black & Veatch'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. Black & Veatch 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.

Black & Veatch is committed to some 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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