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Wienerberger Sustainability Profile

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Wienerberger N.V., a leading player in the building materials industry, is headquartered in the Netherlands 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 unique offerings, which combine durability with energy efficiency, catering to the evolving needs of modern architecture. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in eco-friendly production methods. As a trusted name in the industry, Wienerberger continues to shape the future of construction with its high-quality products and sustainable practices.

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75

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Wienerberger's score of 75 is higher than 86% 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

Inherited from Wienerberger AG

Wienerberger, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Wienerberger B.V. and inherits emissions data and climate commitments from its parent company, Wienerberger AG. As of now, Wienerberger has not outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives in its climate strategy. However, it is important to note that the company is part of a broader industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon reduction. Wienerberger AG, as the source of cascaded data, may have established initiatives and targets under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which are relevant to the company's climate commitments. While specific emissions figures and reduction targets are not disclosed, Wienerberger's commitment to sustainability aligns with industry standards, reflecting a growing emphasis on reducing carbon footprints across the construction materials sector.

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How Carbon Intensive is Wienerberger's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wienerberger's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Wienerberger's Location?

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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 NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Wienerberger's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Wienerberger's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 20% last year and decreased by approximately 20% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 59% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 72% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
72%
Waste Generated in Operations
56%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
16%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%

Wienerberger's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Wienerberger has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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BE
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Bricks, tiles and construction products, in baked clay
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CH
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Cement, lime and plaster
Updated about 12 hours ago

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IE
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Cement, lime and plaster
Updated about 13 hours ago

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