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Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, is headquartered in France. Established in 1828, the company has evolved to serve a diverse range of industries, including construction, automotive, and food safety, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Bureau Veritas offers a comprehensive suite of services, including quality assurance, risk management, and compliance solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company is recognised for its rigorous standards and expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance. With a rich history and a focus on continuous improvement, Bureau Veritas has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the TIC sector.

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50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Bureau Veritas's score of 50 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bureau Veritas's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 135,000,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 149,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Bureau Veritas aims for a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The emissions data for 2022 revealed that Bureau Veritas emitted about 151,000,000 kg CO2e, which included approximately 71,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 79,856,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 577,847,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has been proactive in its climate commitments, with its targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the global goal to limit warming to 1.5°C. Bureau Veritas's near-term objectives include a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2019 levels. These initiatives reflect the company's dedication to sustainability and its role in the professional services sector, headquartered in France.

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Scope 1
71,732,000
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Scope 2
87,133,000
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Scope 3
509,217,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bureau Veritas's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Bureau Veritas is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bureau Veritas is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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