Wienerberger AG, a leading name in the construction 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 the production of ceramic materials, particularly bricks and roof tiles, which are renowned for their durability and sustainability.
With a strong focus on innovation, Wienerberger offers a diverse range of products, including wall, roof, and landscaping solutions, tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern construction. The company’s commitment to quality and environmental responsibility has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones in sustainable building practices. Recognised for its excellence, Wienerberger continues to shape the future of construction with its unique offerings and robust market presence.
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Wienerberger’s score of 63 is higher than 77% 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
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wienerberger's reported carbon emissions
Wienerberger, a construction work company headquartered in AT, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations. For the year 2025, the company's total emissions were approximately 4.2 billion kg CO2e. This total comprises approximately 1.75 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, around 63 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 2.38 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Scope 3 emissions are largely driven by purchased goods and services (around 1.66 billion kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 403 million kg CO2e). In 2024, Wienerberger's total emissions stood at approximately 4.33 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 1.72 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at approximately 76 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 2.53 billion kg CO2e. Looking at previous years, in 2023, total emissions were approximately 4.24 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1.91 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 78.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 2.24 billion kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 361 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 3.18 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for 2021 were approximately 2.48 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 175.6 million kg CO2e. For 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.62 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions in 2019 were approximately 2.60 billion kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.61 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions in 2017 were approximately 2.17 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions of around 617 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions in 2016 were approximately 2.05 billion kg CO2e. In 2015, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.06 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions in 2014 were approximately 1.85 billion kg CO2e. Wienerberger is committed to climate neutrality by 2050, aligning with the long-term goals of the European Union and the United States. The company has set a medium-term goal to reduce its specific CO2 emissions by 40% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. Additionally, Wienerberger aims for a 25% reduction in CO2e emissions (Scope 1 and 2) between 2020 and 2026, and a 10% reduction in Scope 3 CO2e emissions over the period of 2022 to 2026. Previously, they had targeted a 15% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2023 compared to 2020.
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Wienerberger’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
12 goals2026
2% reduction in scope 3 total
Reduction of CO2-Emission Scope 3 (2022-2026)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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