Climate Change Data

Webuild S.p.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:378,948 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:320,851 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:58,098 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:2,317,479 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:52%
Total Energy Consumption:5,381,646 GJ/year
Water Consumption:17,154,981 m3/year
Waste Generated:8,028,849 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:47 tCO2e/€M (2022)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Green
  • Safety & Inclusion
  • Innovation

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced emissions intensity (Scope 1 and 2) by 57% compared to the 2017 baseline (target -50% by 2023)
  • 81% of 2022 revenues are eligible for the EU Taxonomy
  • 52% of electricity used by the organization is from renewable sources (35% in 2021)

Social Achievements

  • Reduced Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) by 41% compared to the 2017 baseline (target -40% by 2022)
  • 89% of personnel hired locally (84% in 2021)
  • 94% of suppliers are local (91% in 2021)
  • Approximately 1,000,000 training hours provided to direct and indirect personnel

Governance Achievements

  • 21% of women included in the succession planning for key positions (target increased to 25% in 2023, from an initial target of 20%)
  • Additional investments in innovative projects totaled approximately €21.8 million in 2022, bringing the total to €29.8 million (target €30 million by 2023)
  • Webuild is part of the MIB® ESG Index of Borsa Italiana

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Science-Based Targets validated for 2030 emissions reduction
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce carbon intensity (Scope 1 & 2) by 50% by 2025 compared to 2017 values

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 7% compared to 2021, reflecting the ramp-up of some major projects
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Potential risks of corruption and human rights violations in certain geographical areas
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implementation of an ESG plan with specific targets for emissions reduction, safety, inclusion, and innovation
  • Development of alternative sourcing strategies and responsible procurement practices
  • Implementation of a robust anti-corruption system and human rights due diligence process
  • Investment in innovative technologies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of Conduct, Supplier Sustainability Requirements, regional sourcing (94% in 2022)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events (floods, landslides, heatwaves)
  • Water scarcity
Transition Risks
  • Increased costs of raw materials due to carbon taxes
  • Need for investments in low-carbon technologies and methods
  • New regulations and technical specifications
Opportunities
  • Growth in low-carbon infrastructure projects
  • Improved process efficiency and cost savings through innovation

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, EU Taxonomy, SBTi

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 37001, SA8000 (some subsidiaries)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 3, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13

Projects contribute to these goals through sustainable mobility, clean energy, clean water, green buildings, and community development initiatives.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Axel (robotic solution for tunnel inspections), TBM Green (energy-efficient tunnel boring machine), WeCycle (research project on recycling excavated materials), Water Treatment with surfactant

Awards & Recognition

  • ITA Tunnelling Award 2021