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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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 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Skanska aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. In 2023, the company reported emissions of 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 trend shows a commitment to reducing emissions across all scopes, with specific targets set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Skanska's long-term goals include achieving a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets are aligned with the 1.5°C climate goal, demonstrating Skanska's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its impact on the construction and engineering sector.
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2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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