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Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell, a leading engineering, architecture, and construction firm, is headquartered in the United States, with a strong presence across North America and beyond. Founded in 1898, the company has established itself as a key player in the infrastructure sector, specialising in sectors such as energy, water, and environmental services. With a commitment to delivering innovative solutions, Burns & McDonnell offers a comprehensive range of services, including project management, design, and construction. Their unique integrated approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions that meet their specific needs. The firm has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the industry. Recognised for its employee-centric culture and commitment to sustainability, Burns & McDonnell continues to lead the way in shaping the future of infrastructure development.

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41

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Burns & McDonnell's score of 41 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Burns & McDonnell's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Burns & McDonnell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,944,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,850,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,094,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 15,015,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 37,023,000 kg CO2e from business travel, 23,943,000 kg CO2e from employee commute, and 826,661,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Burns & McDonnell has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. This target reflects the company's commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. In 2022, the total emissions were approximately 21,467,000 kg CO2e, indicating a need for substantial reductions to meet their targets. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing its sustainability practices across all operational scopes.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Burns & McDonnell'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 Burns & McDonnell is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Burns & McDonnell 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
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