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Bentley Systems, Inc., often simply referred to as Bentley, is a leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing infrastructure. Headquartered in the US, with significant operational presence across Europe, Asia, and beyond, Bentley operates at the forefront of the computer and related services industry.
Founded in 1984, Bentley has consistently innovated within the infrastructure engineering software sector. Their integrated applications and services are trusted worldwide for designing, building, and operating roads, bridges, railways, utilities, plants, and more.
Bentley's unique offering lies in its digital twin technology, enabling collaborative workflows and data-driven insights throughout the asset lifecycle. This pioneering approach has solidified Bentley's position as a critical partner for engineers, architects, and constructors globally, driving efficiency and sustainability in infrastructure projects.
50
DitchCarbon score
+12 vs industry average
Bentley Systems’s score of 50 is higher than 62% 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
Low
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.246
20182025
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Bentley Systems's reported carbon emissions
Bentley Systems reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38.6 million kg CO2e in 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 1.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of 2.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 30.4 million kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a reduction in total emissions since 2019, when reported emissions were approximately 42.3 million kg CO2e.
Bentley Systems is committed to climate action with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they commit to reducing Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, and employee commuting by 55% per USD of value added within the same timeframe. The company also has a future ambition of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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Bentley Systems’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Bentley Systems commits to reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Bentley Systems commits to reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
At risk50%
2030
55% reduction in scope 3 total
Bentley Systems also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel-& energy-related activities, upstream t…
Insufficient data55%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Bentley Systems’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2024, Bentley Systems reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38.6 million kg CO2e. This figure shows a reduction from the 2019 baseline, when emissions were around 42.3 million kg CO2e. The company's emissions are tracked across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 categories, with Scope 3 representing the largest portion. This historical data illustrates Bentley's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its overall carbon footprint within the computer and related services sector.
Data year: 2024
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