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Cowi Holding A Slash S

Cowi Holding A/S, commonly referred to as Cowi, is a leading engineering consultancy headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1930, the company has built a strong reputation in the fields of engineering, environmental science, and architecture, with a significant presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Cowi excels in delivering innovative solutions for infrastructure, urban development, and environmental projects, setting itself apart with a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including participation in major international projects that underscore its market position as a trusted partner in complex engineering challenges. With a diverse portfolio of services, Cowi continues to shape the future of the built environment while prioritising environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Cowi Holding A Slash S's score of 48 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cowi Holding A Slash S's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cowi Holding A/S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,609,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 472,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,035,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 173,638,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which account for about 39,189,000 kg CO2e, alongside substantial contributions from business travel and employee commuting. In 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 63,894,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 521,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 2,162,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 183,030,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of high emissions in this category. Cowi's emissions increased from about 42,326,000 kg CO2e in 2021, where Scope 1 was approximately 666,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 was around 1,419,000 kg CO2e, to the 2022 figures. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have committed to any formal climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets at this time. Overall, Cowi Holding A/S's emissions data reflects a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to address their carbon footprint across all scopes.

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Scope 1
481,000
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Scope 2
1,901,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
33,925,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cowi Holding A Slash S's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very 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. Cowi Holding A Slash S is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cowi Holding A Slash S 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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