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updated 25 days ago

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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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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Wbho's score of 20 is lower than 55% 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 19,140,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 177,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 16,545,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects their operations in Great Britain. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 25,565,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions year-on-year. WBHO's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, and they have not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks. Their climate commitments and reduction initiatives are currently unspecified, suggesting a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. The company operates with a revenue of approximately USD 1.26 billion in 2023, which correlates with their emissions intensity metrics. WBHO's commitment to reducing carbon emissions aligns with industry standards, although specific targets and detailed reduction initiatives are yet to be established.

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Scope 2
6,154,000
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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.

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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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