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Obrascon Huarte Lain S A

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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47

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Obrascon Huarte Lain S A's score of 47 is higher than 97% 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 Laín S.A reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,056,022,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 333,250,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 83,538,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,639,233,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (7,327,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (3,522,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (2,147,254,000 kg CO2e). Obrascon Huarte Laín has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% from a 2021 baseline by the year 2031. Additionally, the company targets a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per million of operating profit within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. In the near term, the company has also committed to reducing the intensity of its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10% by 2025 compared to 2022 levels. These initiatives reflect Obrascon Huarte Laín's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the construction and engineering sector.

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202220232024
Scope 1
71,751,000
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000,000,000
Scope 2
10,374,700
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00,000,000
Scope 3
1,644,377,400
0,000,000,000
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 low 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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