Skanska Sustainability Profile
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.
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Skanska's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Skanska reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,490,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and about 1,219,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions, with an interim target of 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2015 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, Skanska aims for a 50% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. In 2023, emissions were approximately 1,460,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 16,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and about 1,014,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. Skanska's long-term goal includes achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2045. This ambitious target is supported by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated Skanska's reduction targets as consistent with the 1.5°C climate goal. Overall, Skanska's climate commitments reflect a robust strategy to mitigate its carbon footprint, with clear targets and a focus on both operational and supply chain emissions.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 305,986,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 110,866,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Skanska's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Skanska's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 20% last year and decreased by approximately 37% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Skanska's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Skanska has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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