Mota Engil, a prominent player in the construction and engineering sector, is headquartered in Portugal (PT) and operates extensively across Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a leader in infrastructure development, offering a diverse range of services including civil engineering, construction, and project management. Mota Engil is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, delivering unique solutions that cater to the evolving needs of its clients. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous prestigious projects that underscore its expertise and reliability. As a trusted name in the industry, Mota Engil continues to shape the future of infrastructure with its comprehensive portfolio and dedication to excellence.
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In 2023, Mota Engil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,496,926,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 24,445,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,485,761,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined amounted to about 2,520,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable increase in emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,277,176,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 27,085,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 1,571,573,000 kg CO2e. Mota Engil's emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the past few years, with 2021 emissions recorded at approximately 2,090,946,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 28,215,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 919,021,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2020, the company reported significantly lower emissions, with Scope 1 at about 440,661,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 29,808,900 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or commitments outlined in their recent reports, Mota Engil is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives, as indicated by their participation in the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project). However, no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges have been disclosed. Overall, Mota Engil's emissions data reflects the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints within the construction and engineering sector, highlighting the need for ongoing commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction strategies.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 440,661,400 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 29,808,900 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Mota Engil is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.