YIT Corporation, commonly referred to as YIT, is a leading player in the construction industry, headquartered in Finland (FI). Established in 1912, YIT has built a strong reputation across various operational regions, including the Nordic and Baltic countries, as well as Central Eastern Europe. The company focuses on residential and commercial construction, infrastructure development, and property services, setting itself apart with a commitment to sustainable building practices and innovative solutions.
With a rich history spanning over a century, YIT has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in construction and design. The company’s core offerings, such as urban development and renovation services, are distinguished by their emphasis on quality and environmental responsibility. YIT's market position is reinforced by its extensive portfolio and dedication to enhancing urban living, making it a trusted name in the construction sector.
+35 vs industry average
Yit’s score of 62 is higher than 76% 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 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Yit's reported carbon emissions
Yit's climate commitments include a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. These targets are aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
In 2025, Yit reported total GHG emissions of approximately 1.14 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 15.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 4.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 1.12 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to its Scope 3 emissions in 2025 included purchased goods and services (approximately 346.1 million kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (about 746.5 million kg CO2e).
In 2024, total emissions were approximately 907.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 18.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 5.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 883.7 million kg CO2e. The use of sold products represented the largest portion of Scope 3 emissions at approximately 571.9 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, Yit's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 19.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) were about 7.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 837.6 million kg CO2e. The construction work company's Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were primarily driven by the use of sold products, amounting to roughly 629.5 million kg CO2e, followed by purchased goods and services at approximately 192.4 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 24.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) were about 8.9 million kg CO2e, with total Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 1.22 billion kg CO2e. The use of sold products was the largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions at around 868.6 million kg CO2e.
For 2020, Yit's total emissions were approximately 48.4 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at about 26.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at around 15.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 6.7 million kg CO2e.
In 2019, total emissions were approximately 1.38 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 28 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 37.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 1.31 billion kg CO2e.
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