Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V.
Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading player in the construction work industry, specifically within the dredging and marine contracting sectors. Founded in 1868, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, the Americas, and Asia, delivering innovative solutions for coastal and marine infrastructure projects.
Specialising in dredging, land reclamation, and offshore wind farm installation, Van Oord is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. The company’s unique approach combines expertise with cutting-edge equipment, positioning it as a market leader in environmentally responsible marine construction. Notable achievements include significant contributions to major infrastructure projects worldwide, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.
+28 vs industry average
Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V.’s score of 54 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
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Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V.'s reported carbon emissions
Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V., headquartered in NL and operating in the construction work (45) industry, has established a comprehensive set of climate commitments. The company is a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, demonstrating its commitment to aligning its decarbonisation strategy with the most ambitious goal of the Paris Agreement.
Van Oord NV has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This overarching goal is supported by specific, science-based targets:
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Near-Term Targets (by 2030):
- A 35% reduction in absolute well-to-wake Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions from offshore operations, measured from a 2023 base year.
- A 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation and distribution, business travel, and employee commuting, also from a 2023 base year.
- An increase in the annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 66% in 2023 to 80% by 2025 and 100% by 2030.
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Long-Term Targets:
- A 96% reduction in absolute well-to-wake Scope 1 and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions from offshore operations by 2040, with a 2023 base year.
- A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transportation and distribution, business travel, and employee commuting by 2050, with a 2023 base year.
- Continued sourcing of 100% renewable electricity annually from 2030 through 2050.
These targets have been set with a 2023 base year and are classified as consistent with keeping warming to 1.5°C. The company is a "BA1.5 member," indicating its active engagement with the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative.
The emissions data for Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V. is currently unavailable. However, the company's stated commitments provide a clear roadmap for its decarbonisation journey.
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Van Oord Dredging and Marine Contractors B.V.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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