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Mota Engil

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mota Engil's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Mota Engil's score of 36 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mota Engil's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mota Engil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,496,926,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,496,926,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,484,761,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 emissions at about 4,039,000,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at approximately 1,790,946,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 at around 470,470,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Mota Engil has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) in recent years, indicating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. However, the company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit its ability to demonstrate commitment to long-term sustainability goals. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for enhanced strategies to address climate impact effectively. Overall, Mota Engil's emissions data highlights the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints within the construction and engineering sector, underscoring the importance of establishing clear climate commitments and reduction targets to align with global sustainability efforts.

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2020202120222023
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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mota Engil's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Mota Engil is headquartered in PT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Mota Engil is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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