Hochtief Sustainability Profile
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.
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Hochtief's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hochtief reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,986,444,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 215,100,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 81,390,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 6,713,416,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Hochtief has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. Additionally, the company plans to achieve climate neutrality for Scope 2 emissions by 2038 and for Scope 1 emissions by the same year. In the near term, Hochtief targets a reduction of at least 20% in Scope 1 emissions and 35% in Scope 2 emissions by 2025, compared to a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company aims for a 50% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent company, HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft, ensuring alignment with broader corporate sustainability goals. Hochtief's commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy positions it as a responsible leader in the construction industry, actively working towards significant emissions reductions and climate resilience.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hochtief's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hochtief's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 20% last year and increased by approximately 459% since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hochtief'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.
Hochtief 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.
