Volker Wessels
Volker Wessels, a prominent player in the construction and infrastructure sector, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1905, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including Europe and North America. Specialising in construction, civil engineering, and project development, Volker Wessels is known for its innovative approach to sustainable building practices and infrastructure solutions. The company offers a diverse range of services, including residential and commercial construction, road and bridge engineering, and environmental management. Its commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for excellence, Volker Wessels has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry.
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Volker Wessels's score of 41 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Volker Wessels's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Volker Wessels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 65,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 68,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and various contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 50,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 10,000,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Volker Wessels joined in 2021, indicating its dedication to reducing its carbon footprint in line with global climate goals. Historically, in 2011, Volker Wessels's emissions in the Netherlands were reported at approximately 180,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 155,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 19,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,400,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's significant emissions footprint, underscoring the importance of its ongoing reduction initiatives. Overall, Volker Wessels is actively working towards reducing its carbon emissions and has set ambitious targets to contribute to a sustainable future in the construction and engineering sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 140,400,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Volker Wessels 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.
