Hochtief Aktiengesellschaft, commonly known as Hochtief, is a leading global player in the construction industry, headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 1874, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Australia. Specialising in construction work (45), Hochtief focuses on infrastructure, building construction, and project development, delivering innovative solutions that set them apart in the market.
With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Hochtief has achieved numerous milestones, including significant contributions to major infrastructure projects worldwide. The company is recognised for its robust market position, consistently ranking among the top construction firms globally. Hochtief's dedication to quality and efficiency ensures that it remains a trusted partner in the construction sector, driving progress and shaping the built environment.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hochtief's reported carbon emissions
HOCHTIEF, a construction work company headquartered in Germany (DE), has reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. For the year 2024, their total emissions were approximately 6.99 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 215.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 81.4 million kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions amounting to nearly 6.71 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, HOCHTIEF's total emissions were approximately 5.61 billion kg CO2e. This breakdown included Scope 1 emissions of about 273.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 110.1 million kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 5.61 billion kg CO2e.
HOCHTIEF has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims for climate neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2038, with a broader commitment to achieving "Net Zero" or climate neutrality across all scopes by 2045. Furthermore, HOCHTIEF plans to reduce combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. More specifically, they aim for a 20% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 35% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2025, also against a 2019 baseline. These targets are cascaded from HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft, their parent organisation.
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Hochtief’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
35% reduction in Scope 2
We thus plan to reduce Scope 2 emissions by at least 35% compared to base year 2019 and to achieve a 50% reduction in combined Scope 1 and S…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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