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Wbho

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

29

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Wbho's score of 29 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

91%

Wbho's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, WBHO reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 49,028,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 36,957,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Over the years, WBHO has shown fluctuations in emissions, with a notable peak in 2019 at approximately 91,542,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. WBHO's headquarters in South Africa (ZA) positions it within a region increasingly focused on sustainability and climate action. While the absence of defined reduction targets may suggest a need for enhanced climate commitments, the company’s comprehensive reporting on emissions demonstrates a foundational step towards addressing its environmental impact.

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Scope 1
38,789,980
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Scope 2
21,972,510
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0,000,000
0,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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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. Wbho is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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 committed to any 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.

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

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