Veidekke ASA
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:958000 tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
Scope 1 Emissions:60149 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:45951 tCO2e/year (market-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:958349 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:43%
Total Energy Consumption:434152 MWh/year
Carbon Intensity:0.00000143 tCO2e/NOK (Scope 1 & 2 combined)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Forests
- Biodiversity
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.6% due to increased biofuel use.
- Increased renewable energy share to 43% in 2023.
Social Achievements
- Established Veidekke Circular and Veidekke Green Incubator initiatives.
- Maintained open dialogue with investors on climate risk and strategy.
Governance Achievements
- Board-level oversight of environmental issues.
- 11.6% of total C-suite and board-level monetary incentives linked to climate change management.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2045
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 25% EU taxonomy operating revenue alignment by 2030
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025
- Achieve 100% certified timber in supply chain by 2025
- Achieve 8% EU taxonomy operating revenue alignment by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Chronic physical climate risks (landslides, floods, storms) impacting asphalt and aggregate production.
- Lack of comprehensive data from suppliers on timber sourcing.
- Challenges in allocating emissions to different customers.
Mitigation Strategies
- Improved monitoring of direct operations and relocation of production sites.
- Increased traceability of commodities and engagement with suppliers.
- Early project involvement for embodied carbon emission assessments.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier code of conduct; requirements for FSC/PEFC certified timber; EPDs for all products.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Landslides
- Floods
- Storms
Transition Risks
- Increased carbon prices
- Stricter environmental regulations
Opportunities
- Increased demand for green buildings and renewable energy projects.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SBTi
Certifications: ISO 14001
Third-party Assurance: EY
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 7
- Goal 13
- Goal 12
- Goal 15
Initiatives contribute to renewable energy, climate action, responsible consumption and production, and life on land.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Low-temperature asphalt; plant-based binding agent for asphalt; 3D concrete printing.
Awards & Recognition
- Scandinavian environmental award (2021) for environmentally friendly asphalt.