Samsung C&T Corporation
Samsung C&T Corporation, a prominent player in the construction industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a leader in various sectors, including civil engineering, architecture, and plant construction. With a strong presence in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, Samsung C&T is renowned for its innovative approach to large-scale projects.
The corporation offers a diverse range of services, from infrastructure development to sustainable building solutions, setting itself apart with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to quality. Notable achievements include the construction of iconic structures and participation in significant global projects, reinforcing its market position as a trusted name in construction. Samsung C&T continues to shape skylines and communities, driven by a vision of excellence and sustainability.
+13 vs industry average
Samsung C&T Corporation’s score of 40 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Samsung C&T Corporation's reported carbon emissions
Samsung C&T Corporation, headquartered in South Korea and operating within the construction work industry, has reported its carbon emissions for several years. In 2024, the company's total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) were approximately 158,546,000 kg CO2e, based on market-based Scope 2 reporting. This figure breaks down into approximately 91,565,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 66,981,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 totalled approximately 56,053,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for a significant portion at approximately 41,424,000 kg CO2e.
In the previous year, 2023, total emissions were approximately 176,443,000 kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2). Scope 1 emissions for 2023 were approximately 100,589,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) was approximately 75,854,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 amounted to approximately 92,515,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at approximately 81,562,000 kg CO2e.
Samsung C&T Corporation has established near-term reduction targets covering its operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2). The company aims to reduce these emissions by 58% by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline year, with a baseline total of 231,638 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. As of 2023, Samsung C&T Corporation reported being on track to meet this operational emissions reduction target, having achieved approximately 41.09% of the planned reduction. The company's current reduction efforts are focused on direct and purchased energy emissions.
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Samsung C&T Corporation’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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