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Hyundai Engineering and Construction Co., Ltd. (often referred to as Hyundai E&C) is a leading player in the construction industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1947, the company has built a strong reputation for its expertise in various sectors, including civil engineering, architecture, and plant construction. With a significant presence in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, Hyundai E&C has successfully completed numerous landmark projects, showcasing its commitment to innovation and quality.
The company offers a diverse range of services, from infrastructure development to residential and commercial construction, setting itself apart with advanced technology and sustainable practices. Hyundai E&C's notable achievements include its role in major urban development projects and its consistent ranking among the top construction firms globally, reflecting its robust market position and dedication to excellence in the construction work industry.
+33 vs industry average
Hyundai Engineering And Construction’s score of 57 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hyundai Engineering And Construction, a construction company headquartered in South Korea, reported approximately 5.68 billion kg CO2e in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for 2024. This includes about 330.14 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 (direct emissions) and 140.81 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy). Scope 3 emissions (indirect emissions from the value chain) were approximately 5.22 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 2.72 billion kg CO2e) and use of sold products (about 2.65 billion kg CO2e).
In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 6.13 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 270.47 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 92.91 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and about 5.77 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3.
Hyundai Engineering And Construction has set ambitious climate commitments. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline of 596.14 million kg CO2e (or 596,140 metric tonnes CO2e). Furthermore, the company commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, use of sold products, and investments by 25% within the same timeframe, from a 2019 base year. They also have a long-term target to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 90% by 2045, compared to a 2020 baseline. These targets are consistent with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) 1.5°C pathways.
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Hyundai E&C commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Hyundai E&C also commits to reduce a…
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Hyundai E&C commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Hyundai E&C also commits to reduce a…
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