KBR, Inc., commonly referred to as KBR, is a prominent global engineering and construction firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1901, KBR has established itself as a leader in the aerospace, defence, and energy sectors, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company offers a diverse range of services, including project management, engineering, and technology solutions, which are distinguished by their innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. KBR's expertise in complex project execution and its focus on advanced technologies have positioned it as a trusted partner for both government and commercial clients. With a rich history of key milestones, KBR continues to achieve notable success, reinforcing its market position as a frontrunner in delivering high-quality solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
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In 2023, KBR, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,156,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,746,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 22,171,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. KBR's near-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by 2034 from a 2023 baseline, alongside a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity through 2030. Additionally, the company plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2034 from the same baseline year. Long-term, KBR aims to maintain a minimum of 90% absolute Scope 1 emissions reductions from 2030 through 2050 and achieve zero absolute Scope 2 emissions during this period. Furthermore, the company targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2050, also from a 2023 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect KBR's commitment to sustainable practices within the professional services sector.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 6,514,307.94 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 33,014,232.31 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | 105,075,238.49 | - | - | - |
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