Downer Edi Sustainability Profile
Downer EDI Limited, commonly known as Downer, is a leading integrated services provider headquartered in Australia. Established in 1934, the company has grown to become a key player in the infrastructure and resources sectors, with significant operations across Australia and New Zealand. Downer offers a diverse range of services, including asset management, engineering, and construction, tailored to meet the needs of various industries such as transport, utilities, and mining. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, ensuring they deliver unique solutions that enhance operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Downer has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for safety and environmental performance. Their extensive portfolio and expertise make them a trusted partner in delivering complex projects, reinforcing their reputation as a leader in the integrated services industry.
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Downer Edi's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Downer EDI reported total carbon emissions of approximately 302,151,000 kg CO2e, comprising 278,407,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 23,744,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2024, where total emissions were about 327,196,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 296,532,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 30,664,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of around 383,601,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 339,179,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 44,422,000 kg CO2e. Downer EDI has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to achieve net zero emissions across Scope 1 and 2 by 2050, with interim targets of a 50% reduction by 2032 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. For Scope 3 emissions, Downer EDI has committed to a 30% reduction by 2032 against the same baseline. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through various initiatives, including a focus on decarbonisation and emissions intensity reduction. In 2025, Downer EDI reported a Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity reduction of approximately 0.0282 kg CO2e per unit of revenue, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. Overall, Downer EDI's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, showcasing a proactive approach to managing carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 220,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 51,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 522,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Downer Edi's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Downer Edi's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 288% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Downer Edi's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Downer Edi 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.
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