Skanska
Skanska AB, a leading global construction and development firm, is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with significant operations across Europe and North America. Founded in 1887, Skanska has established itself as a key player in the construction industry, focusing on infrastructure, commercial development, and residential projects. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique services that integrate green building practices and advanced technology. Skanska's notable achievements include numerous awards for safety and environmental stewardship, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality projects. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Skanska continues to shape the built environment while prioritising social responsibility and community engagement.
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 1.4 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 146,000 tonnes from Scope 1, 16,000 tonnes from Scope 2, and about 1.01 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, Skanska has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. From a 2015 baseline, the company aims to achieve a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 100% reduction by 2045. Additionally, Skanska targets a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2045, using 2020 as the baseline for these goals. Skanska's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company actively participates in global climate initiatives, demonstrating its dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and supply chain.
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Add to project2015 | 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.
