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Weir Group PLC, commonly referred to as Weir, is a prominent player in the Other Business Services sector, headquartered in Glasgow, GB. Founded in 1871, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions across various industries, including mining, oil and gas, and power generation.
Weir's core offerings encompass a range of high-performance equipment and services, particularly in fluid and wear-resistant materials, which set them apart in the market. With a strong focus on sustainability and efficiency, Weir has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in technology and a commitment to reducing environmental impact.
Recognised for its expertise and reliability, Weir continues to strengthen its market position, serving clients globally while maintaining a reputation for excellence in engineering and customer service.
88
DitchCarbon score
+52 vs industry average
Weir’s score of 88 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Weir's reported carbon emissions
Weir reported total emissions for 2025 as approximately 20.5 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 65.07 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of 61.27 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 20.37 billion kg CO2e.
Weir is committed to ambitious climate action, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. The Weir Group PLC aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 15% within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well-below 2°C. Additionally, Weir has a long-term aspiration to achieve net zero Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions by 2050.
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Weir’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 2
The Weir Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track30%
2030
30% reduction in Scope 1
The Weir Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target30%
2030
15% reduction in scope 3 total
The Weir Group PLC also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from use of sold products 15% within the same timeframe.
Insufficient data15%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Weir’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Weir reported total Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions of approximately 126.3 million kg CO2e. The company's Scope 3 emissions for the same year were substantially larger, reaching around 20.37 billion kg CO2e. This significant difference highlights the considerable impact of Weir's value chain emissions compared to its direct operational footprint. Understanding this breakdown is crucial for assessing Weir's overall environmental performance and its progress towards climate goals within the Other business services (74) sector.
Data year: 2025
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