Sweco
Sweco, officially known as Sweco Group, is a leading engineering consultancy headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1997, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the architecture, engineering, and environmental services sectors, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. Specialising in urban planning, infrastructure development, and environmental management, Sweco is recognised for its innovative solutions that prioritise sustainability and efficiency. The firm’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into its projects sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio of successful projects and a reputation for excellence, Sweco has solidified its position as a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients. The company continues to achieve significant milestones, reflecting its dedication to shaping a sustainable future.
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Industry Benchmark
Sweco's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sweco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sweco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 66,449,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,707,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 51,317,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. Sweco has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Sweco is committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions intensity metrics indicate that in 2020, Sweco emitted about 3.135 kg CO2e per million SEK in revenue, and in 2021, this figure was approximately 0.0123 kg CO2e per SEK million. These figures highlight the company's focus on improving efficiency while reducing its carbon footprint. Overall, Sweco's climate commitments and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, positioning the company as a leader in the professional services sector in Sweden and beyond.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,615,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,109,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 43,661,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sweco 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.
