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Obrascon Huarte Lain S A

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Obrascon Huarte Lain S.A. (commonly known as OHLA) is a prominent Spanish construction and engineering firm headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1911, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Latin America, and the United States. OHLA operates primarily in the construction, infrastructure, and services sectors, specialising in large-scale projects such as transportation, water management, and urban development. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, OHLA has evolved into a leader in the industry, recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a unique blend of core services, including project management, engineering, and construction, which distinguishes it from competitors. Notable achievements include successful completion of landmark projects that enhance urban infrastructure and improve quality of life, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in the construction sector.

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How does Obrascon Huarte Lain S A'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.

50

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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

Obrascon Huarte Lain S A's score of 50 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Obrascon Huarte Lain S A's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Obrascon Huarte Lain S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 164,637 kg CO2e, comprising 159,547.1 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,089.9 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2031, relative to a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they aim to decrease Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and waste generated in operations by 55% per million of operating profit within the same timeframe. In 2023, the company reported significantly higher emissions, with Scope 1 at 99,145,100 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,385,500 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,151,217,800 kg CO2e. This highlights the scale of their operations and the importance of their reduction initiatives. Obrascon Huarte Lain S.A. has also established a near-term target to reduce emissions intensity by 37% from a 2017 base year by 2023. Their long-term strategy includes a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, which will involve a comprehensive carbon offset and neutrality strategy based on their established reduction targets. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Obrascon Huarte Lain S.A., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company operates within the construction and engineering sector and is headquartered in Spain.

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202220232024
Scope 1
71,751,000
00,000,000
000,000.0
Scope 2
10,374,700
0,000,000
0,000.0
Scope 3
1,644,377,400
0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Obrascon Huarte Lain S A's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Obrascon Huarte Lain S A is in ES, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Obrascon Huarte Lain S A is participating in some 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.

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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