Wienerberger
Wienerberger AG, a leading player in the building materials industry, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded in 1819, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable construction solutions, focusing on clay blocks, roof tiles, and concrete products. Wienerberger's commitment to innovation is evident in its extensive range of high-quality products, which are designed to enhance energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its position as one of the largest manufacturers of ceramic materials in the world. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Wienerberger continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for architects, builders, and developers seeking durable and eco-friendly construction solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Wienerberger'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Wienerberger's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wienerberger's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wienerberger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,909,400,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,909,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 78,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,244,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all three scopes. Wienerberger has demonstrated a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a Scope 1 and 2 emissions factor of about 0.426 kg CO2e per unit of revenue in 2023. However, the company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company’s emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with a notable peak in 2022 at approximately 2,927,000,000 kg CO2e. This highlights the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices and reduce overall emissions in line with global climate goals.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,154,437,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,024,601,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 623,695,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
Wienerberger 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.
