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.
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Wbho's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, WBHO reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,140,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 177,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 16,545,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This data reflects their operations in Great Britain. For the global context in 2023, WBHO's emissions were notably higher, totalling 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. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. WBHO's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company is committed to improving its environmental performance, although specific climate pledges or reduction initiatives have not been detailed in the available reports. Overall, WBHO's emissions reflect the challenges faced by the construction industry in managing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,789,980 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,972,510 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
