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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Burns & McDonnell's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Burns & McDonnell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 128,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,094,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 826,661,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 13,944,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set an ambitious target to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. The emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions recorded at approximately 21,467,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 18,168,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 16,678,000 kg CO2e in 2020. This indicates a need for significant action to meet their reduction targets. Burns & McDonnell's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their focus on reducing emissions across all scopes, particularly in Scope 3, which includes substantial contributions from purchased goods and services, employee commute, and business travel. The company is actively working towards these goals without any data cascaded from a parent organization, ensuring that their commitments and emissions data are independently reported.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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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.
