Royal Bam
Royal BAM Group, commonly referred to as BAM, is a leading construction and engineering company headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1869, BAM has evolved into a prominent player in the European construction industry, with significant operations across the UK, Ireland, and Belgium. The company excels in various sectors, including civil engineering, construction, and property development, offering innovative solutions that prioritise sustainability and efficiency. BAM's core services encompass infrastructure development, building construction, and project management, distinguished by their commitment to quality and safety. With a strong market position, Royal BAM Group has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to excellence and innovation. The company continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and forward-thinking construction solutions.
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Royal Bam's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Royal BAM Group, headquartered in the Netherlands, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,142,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 41,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 2,093,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services (1,363,000,000 kg CO2e). In the UK, BAM's emissions for 2024 totalled about 14,591,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 589,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 527,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 13,475,000 kg CO2e, largely from upstream transportation and distribution (7,362,000 kg CO2e). BAM has made significant strides in its climate commitments, achieving a 56% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO2 intensity by 2023 compared to 2015 levels, surpassing its initial target of 50%. Looking ahead, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline, while also targeting a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, BAM has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This includes a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity by 2030, up from 50% in 2015. The company is actively working towards maintaining a minimum of 90% absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2050 from a 2019 baseline.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 169,974,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,054,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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