Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., commonly known as VHB, is a leading engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts. Established in 1979, VHB has expanded its operations across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions of the United States, providing innovative solutions in the fields of transportation, land development, and environmental services. VHB is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including civil engineering, planning, and environmental consulting, which are distinguished by a commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The firm has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to infrastructure projects and urban development, positioning itself as a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients. With a focus on delivering high-quality, client-centric solutions, VHB continues to shape the built environment while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
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Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc Vhb's score of 33 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc (VHB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15.5 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 1.1 million tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and 1.15 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 13.3 million tonnes, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. VHB has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. The company is actively working towards this goal, having established a near-term commitment to reduce emissions, although specific reduction percentages have not been disclosed. Overall, VHB's climate commitments demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing carbon emissions within the professional services sector, aiming for significant reductions in the coming decades.
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Add to project2012 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,528,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 12,555,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 209,082,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc Vhb 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.