Skanska
Skanska AB, a leading global construction and development firm, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded in 1887, Skanska has established itself as a key player in the construction industry, focusing on building and civil engineering, project development, and infrastructure services. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique solutions in green building and infrastructure projects. Skanska's core services include commercial and residential construction, as well as public-private partnerships, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on safety and quality, Skanska has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as one of the largest construction firms globally. Its dedication to sustainable practices and community engagement further enhances its reputation as a responsible industry leader.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Skanska'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Skanska's score of 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Skanska's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Skanska reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,460,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 16,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and about 1,014,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions in their carbon footprint. Skanska has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2015 base year. Additionally, they aim to achieve a 100% reduction in these emissions by 2045. For Scope 3 emissions, which include those from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, business travel, and use of sold products, Skanska targets a 50% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 base year, with a further goal of 90% reduction by 2045. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Skanska's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their overall environmental impact.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 322,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 80,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Skanska is committed to some 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.
