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Downer EDI Limited, commonly referred to as Downer, is a leading Australian company specialising in construction and infrastructure services. Headquartered in Australia, the firm operates extensively across the country and in select international markets, delivering comprehensive solutions in the construction work industry. Since its founding in 1933, Downer has grown to become a prominent player, recognised for its expertise in civil, infrastructure, and facilities management.
The company’s core offerings include project delivery, asset management, and maintenance services, which are distinguished by their focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability. Downer’s long-standing market position is underpinned by numerous major projects and a reputation for reliable, high-quality service. As a key contributor to Australia’s construction sector, Downer continues to set industry standards through its extensive experience and strategic growth initiatives.
58
DitchCarbon score
+31 vs industry average
Downer Edi’s score of 58 is higher than 73% 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
High
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.390
20182025
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Downer Edi's reported carbon emissions
Downer EDI, an Australian construction company, has set ambitious targets for emissions reduction. The company is committed to being net zero by 2050, with a particular focus on decarbonising its Scope 1 and 2 emissions. They aim for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, a Scope 3 emissions reduction target of 30% by 2032, also from a 2020 baseline, has been established.
In terms of reported emissions, for the financial year 2025, Downer EDI reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 278.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 23.7 million kg CO2e, resulting in a combined total of approximately 302.2 million kg CO2e.
For the financial year 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 296.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 (market-based) emissions at about 30.7 million kg CO2e, totalling approximately 331.7 million kg CO2e.
In the financial year 2023, Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 339.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 44.4 million kg CO2e, leading to a combined total of about 383.6 million kg CO2e.
Prior to this, in the financial year 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 325.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 47.4 million kg CO2e, with a combined total of approximately 373 million kg CO2e.
The company also reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions for earlier years: approximately 329.6 million kg CO2e in FY2021, 337.9 million kg CO2e in FY2020, 590.1 million kg CO2e in FY2019 (combining Scope 1 and 2), 550.0 million kg CO2e in FY2018, 263.6 million kg CO2e in FY2017 (Scope 1 and 2), and 262.3 million kg CO2e in FY2016 (Scope 1 and 2).
It is important to note that for some earlier reporting years (e.g., 2016-2021), Scope 3 emissions data is available, with figures such as approximately 806.6 million kg CO2e in FY2016 and 487.5 million kg CO2e in FY2017. However, more recent reports indicate that Scope 3 data is missing for certain categories.
Downer EDI has also made commitments to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade, a target set in 2018. While the company has a net-zero by 2050 commitment, and a specific target for Scope 3 reduction, there are indications that not all targets are currently on track. For example, a near-term target for Scope 1 emissions reduction set in 2018 is noted as not on track.
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Downer Edi’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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