Downer

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is Downer doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 70

Downer has a DitchCarbon Score of 70, indicating a relatively high level of sustainability in their operations. This score suggests that the company has made significant efforts to reduce its carbon intensity. A score of 70 out of 100 reflects a commitment to lowering emissions and improving environmental performance.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

Very low

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Very high

Downer is a company in the construction industry, which has a carbon intensity ranking of low. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

Very low

Low

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Very high

Downer, located in Australia, operates in a region with a very high carbon intensity rating, indicating significant greenhouse gas emissions per energy unit produced. This suggests that the company’s sustainability efforts may face challenges due to the high carbon footprint associated with the country’s energy sector.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

24.18%

...this company is doing 24.18% better in emissions than the industry average.

Downer, founded in 1933 and headquartered in Sydney, operates within the construction industry across Australia, New Zealand, and other regions. As a prominent player listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, Downer employs approximately 19,000 individuals and specializes in a range of services including Transport, Technology and Communications, Utilities, Engineering, Construction, Maintenance, Mining, and Rail. The company prides itself on fostering trusted relationships with its customers, which is central to its philosophy of delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for Downer

Downer should set clear, science-informed targets for reducing their Scope 3 emissions, maintain openness in reporting their progress, and promote environmental responsibility throughout their supply chain to potentially reduce their emissions by 35%.

Good news, Downer has embraced strong SBTi commitments

The company has pledged to align its operations and strategies with the Science Based Targets initiative to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This commitment involves setting science-based emissions reduction targets consistent with keeping global warming below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.
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