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Construction Work
ZA
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Wbho

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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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How does Wbho's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Wbho's score of 20 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wbho's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, WBHO reported total carbon emissions of approximately 49,028,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 9,270,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 36,957,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, amounting to a total of about 94,255,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with disclosures covering all three scopes of emissions. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, indicating a commitment to understanding and managing their carbon footprint. WBHO's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, and all figures are derived directly from their own reporting. The latest emissions data can be found in their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reports, which provide insights into their operational impacts and sustainability efforts.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
32,850,000
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Scope 2
6,154,000
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Scope 3
3,177,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wbho's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Wbho is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Wbho is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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