Wbho, officially known as Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon Limited, is a leading construction and engineering firm headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1970, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the construction industry, with significant operations across Southern Africa and beyond. Wbho excels in various sectors, including civil engineering, building construction, and infrastructure development, offering a diverse range of services that set it apart from competitors.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, Wbho has achieved numerous milestones, including successful completion of landmark projects that showcase its expertise. The company is recognised for its strong market position, underpinned by a reputation for reliability and excellence. Wbho continues to drive growth and sustainability in the construction sector, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking comprehensive construction solutions.
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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
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Wbho's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, WBHO reported total carbon emissions of approximately 119.0 million kg CO2e, comprising 51.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 61.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase from 2024, where total emissions were about 99.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 51.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 43.6 million kg CO2e. In 2023, emissions were approximately 95.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 49.0 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 36.9 million kg CO2e.
Despite these figures, WBHO has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all emissions figures are reported directly from WBHO. The company continues to monitor its emissions across all scopes, but further initiatives or targets for reduction have not been disclosed.
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Wbho’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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