Yit Sustainability Profile
YIT Corporation, commonly referred to as YIT, is a leading Finnish construction and real estate company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Established in 1912, YIT has grown to become a prominent player in the Nordic and Baltic regions, focusing on residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable development and innovative construction solutions, offering a diverse range of services including project development, construction management, and property maintenance. YIT's unique approach integrates modern technology and eco-friendly practices, setting it apart in the competitive construction industry. With a strong market position, YIT has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in construction and sustainability. Its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in the evolving real estate landscape.
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Yit's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, YIT Oyj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 907,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 18,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,800,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 883,700,000 kg CO2e. This represents an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 806,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 19,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 7,800,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 779,200,000 kg CO2e. YIT has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term targets, with a clear focus on reducing emissions across all scopes. YIT's emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect the company's direct operational impact. The construction and engineering sector, in which YIT operates, is under increasing scrutiny to enhance sustainability practices, making these commitments particularly relevant in the current climate context.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 171,427,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,060,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Yit'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.
Yit has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
