Veidekke ASA, headquartered in Norway, is a prominent player in the construction and property development industry. Founded in 1936, the company has established a strong presence across Scandinavia, with significant operations in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Veidekke is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes building construction, civil engineering, and asphalt production, setting it apart through a commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a focus on high-quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, Veidekke has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its environmentally friendly practices and community engagement. As one of the largest construction companies in Norway, Veidekke continues to lead the market, driven by its core values of collaboration and responsibility, making it a trusted partner in the industry.
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In 2024, Veidekke ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,114,630,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 57,898,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (about 53,532,000 kg CO2e), and a substantial Scope 3 total of approximately 1,003,199,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and 90% by 2050, using 2013 as a baseline. Veidekke's near-term targets include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 base year, and a similar 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and business travel, from a 2020 base year. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2045, with a 90% reduction target for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045 from the 2018 baseline, and Scope 3 emissions by 2045 from the 2020 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Veidekke's commitment to the UN’s two-degree target, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the construction and engineering sector.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Veidekke is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.