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Skidmore Owings And Merrill

Construction WorkUnited States
Last verified 1 month agosom.com

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a renowned American architecture, urban planning, and engineering firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 1936, SOM has grown to become a leading player in the construction industry, with a strong presence across North America, Asia, and the Middle East. The firm specialises in designing iconic skyscrapers, commercial buildings, and large-scale urban developments, distinguished by their innovative use of sustainable materials and cutting-edge technology.

With a history marked by pioneering projects and a commitment to excellence, SOM has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality, functional, and aesthetically compelling structures. Its expertise in architecture, engineering, and interior design positions it as a market leader in the construction sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of modern design and urban development.

32
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Industry Intensity

Medium

Construction Work has typical carbon intensity

Industry performance

0.390
20182025

The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027

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Reported emissions

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Skidmore Owings And Merrill's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Skidmore Owings And Merrill (SOM), a construction work company headquartered in the US, reported emissions totalling approximately 8.4 million kg CO2e. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.

Emissions Breakdown for 2024:

  • Scope 1: Approximately 167,903 kg CO2e, consisting of 53,022 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions and 114,881 kg CO2e from stationary combustion.
  • Scope 2: Approximately 1,245,017 kg CO2e, with 176,740 kg CO2e from purchased steam and 1,069,277 kg CO2e from purchased electricity.
  • Scope 3: Approximately 7,239,026 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (6,671,935 kg CO2e) and employee commute (318,132 kg CO2e). Notably missing data points for Scope 3 include purchased goods and services, and upstream transportation and distribution.

Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:

SOM has established ambitious climate goals, including a commitment to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 67% by 2033, using a 2019 base year. This target is recognised as being consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.

Furthermore, SOM commits to reducing its Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 64% per square metre of building floor area within the same timeframe.

Additional reduction initiatives include aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of the current decade (2025). The company is also exploring innovative solutions such as genetically modified algae to enhance CO2 absorption and biofuel production, contributing to long-term goals extending to 2050.

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Skidmore Owings And Merrill’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

4 goals

2025

We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the m…

We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade

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2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

3 of 15 categories disclosed
Business Travel95%
Employee Commuting5%
Waste Generated in Operations0%
Business Travel95%
Employee Commuting5%
Waste Generated in Operations0%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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CDP

Carbon Disclosure Project

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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United Nations Global Compact

UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Skidmore Owings And Merrill’s sustainability data and climate commitments

In 2024, Skidmore Owings And Merrill reported an approximate total carbon footprint of about 8.4 million kg CO₂e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 activities. The majority of these emissions, roughly 86%, come from Scope 3, mainly due to business travel and employee commuting. The company’s emissions data reflects its construction work operations in the US and demonstrates its commitment to tracking and reducing its environmental impact within the industry sector.

Data year: 2024

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