Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd., commonly known as Daewoo E&C, is a prominent player in the construction industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1973, the company has made significant strides in various sectors, including civil engineering, architecture, and infrastructure development, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets.
Daewoo E&C is renowned for its innovative approach to construction, offering a diverse range of services such as project management, design, and construction of residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. The company has achieved notable milestones, including participation in landmark projects across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the construction work sector. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Daewoo E&C continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a trusted name in construction.
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Daewoo E And C’s score of 27 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Daewoo E And C's reported carbon emissions
Daewoo E&C, a construction firm headquartered in South Korea, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.39 billion kg CO2e in 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. In the same year, Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant portion of the total, driven primarily by purchased goods and services (approximately 1.73 billion kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 2.83 billion kg CO2e). Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2023 were approximately 58.08 million kg CO2e. In 2022, Daewoo E&C's total carbon emissions were approximately 4.45 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions also being the largest contributor, including approximately 1.59 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and about 2.81 billion kg CO2e from the use of sold products. Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 59.23 million kg CO2e. For 2021, the company reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 60.42 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services totalling about 1.03 billion kg CO2e. Looking further back, in 2020, Daewoo E&C reported combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 73.86 million kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions were approximately 66.20 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions around 66.20 million kg CO2e. In 2018, total emissions were approximately 70.72 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions around 70.72 million kg CO2e. Daewoo E&C has set climate targets to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. By 2030, the company aims for a 37% reduction in GHG emissions compared to a Business As Usual (BAU) scenario, with this target applying to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
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Daewoo E And C’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
37% reduction in Scope 2
We aim to achieve a 37% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030 compared to Business As Usual (BAU)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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