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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.

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52

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

Wienerberger's score of 52 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wienerberger's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Wienerberger AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,224,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,909,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 78,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,244,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, having set a near-term target for emissions reduction and committing to net-zero emissions. Wienerberger's emissions data shows a significant increase in total emissions from previous years, with 2020 emissions recorded at approximately 6,157,301,000 kg CO2e, indicating a need for enhanced sustainability measures. The company has been actively working towards its climate commitments, including a commitment to net-zero emissions, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. Overall, Wienerberger AG is focused on improving its sustainability practices within the construction materials sector, with ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon emissions across all scopes.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wienerberger'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. This request for Wienerberger is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Wienerberger is participating in some 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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