Hochtief
Hochtief Aktiengesellschaft, commonly known as Hochtief, is a leading global construction and engineering company headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 1874, Hochtief has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Australia, specialising in infrastructure, building construction, and project management. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to large-scale projects, including transportation systems, commercial buildings, and public infrastructure. Hochtief's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology sets it apart in the competitive construction industry. With a rich history of milestones, including significant contributions to iconic structures worldwide, Hochtief has solidified its position as a market leader, consistently delivering high-quality services and solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients and communities.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hochtief's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hochtief's score of 33 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hochtief's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hochtief reported total carbon emissions of approximately 127,963 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 273,825,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 110,146,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 5,670,820,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Hochtief has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with a notable decrease from 2016, when total emissions were about 6,712,818,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. This lack of defined reduction strategies suggests that while Hochtief is actively monitoring its emissions, it may need to establish clearer goals to align with industry standards for climate action. Overall, Hochtief's emissions data reflects its significant carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share for companies in the construction sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,007,542,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 207,508,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,161,768,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Hochtief is not committed to any 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.
