Cimic Group Limited, commonly referred to as Cimic, is a leading Australian construction and engineering company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1949, Cimic has built a strong reputation in the infrastructure and resources sectors, with significant operations across Australia, Asia, and the Pacific. The company excels in delivering major projects in construction, mining, and engineering services, offering unique solutions that integrate innovative technologies and sustainable practices. Notable achievements include its role in landmark infrastructure developments, positioning Cimic as a key player in the industry. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on safety, Cimic continues to shape the future of construction and engineering on a global scale.
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Cimic's score of 20 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, CIMIC Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,347,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: 113,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 82,200,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 2,347,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marked a significant increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, where Scope 3 emissions were reported as zero in 2021 and 2020. CIMIC has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease Scope 1 emissions by 30% and Scope 2 emissions by 20% from a 2017 baseline by the year 2025. These targets reflect the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and aligning with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data for CIMIC is cascaded from its parent company, CIMIC Group Limited, which provides a comprehensive overview of the organisation's climate impact. The company has been actively working on initiatives to enhance sustainability and reduce emissions across its operations.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 478,444,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 114,785,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Cimic has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

