Climate Change Data

Witteveen+Bos N.V.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:2,520 tCO2e/year (2023)
Scope 1 Emissions:18 tCO2e/year (2023)
Scope 2 Emissions:927 tCO2e/year (2023)
Scope 3 Emissions:1,575 tCO2e/year (2023)
Total Energy Consumption:1,710,722 kWh/year (2023)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate change
  • Biodiversity
  • Water
  • Energy transition
  • Circular economy
  • Social equality

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced carbon footprint per employee (specific figures not provided)
  • Reduced energy consumption at head office
  • Reduced emissions through adjustments to catering policy
  • Launched 'W+B on the mOve' mobility program, reducing reliance on petrol cars
  • Implementation plans for climate-neutral projects by 2040

Social Achievements

  • Offered seven employees opportunities through SROI policy
  • Provided tutoring and homework assistance to students
  • Gave guest lessons on water management to primary school students
  • Involved secondary school students in water quality projects

Governance Achievements

  • Extended ISO 27001 certification
  • Implemented an integrated QHSEI management system
  • Implemented e-learning module on risk awareness, integrity and compliance for new employees
  • Actively endorsing the Modern Slavery Act

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Climate-neutral internal business operations by 2030
  • Climate-neutral designs by 2040
  • Maximally contribute to improving biodiversity by 2030
Short-term Goals:
  • Further refine ESG monitoring and reporting
  • Conduct a double materiality assessment (early 2024)
  • Adjust organization to accommodate CSRD reporting (2024)

Environmental Challenges

  • Market uncertainties due to global political situations and economic factors
  • Rising wage and energy costs and high inflation
  • Labor market shortages
  • Postponements or shutdowns of projects due to nitrogen issues
  • Increase in sick leave (4.4% in 2023)
  • Cybersecurity risks associated with digitalization
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improved management information and financial project management
  • Quick response to changing market conditions (e.g., increased demand for nitrogen calculations)
  • Investments in knowledge development, calculation methods, and process alignment for VenR program
  • Focus on heating, hydrogen, and high-voltage in energy transition
  • Conscious decision to limit staff growth to invest in onboarding
  • Internal 'Connecting' campaign to address work pressure and mental health
  • Additional security measures and simulations for cybersecurity
  • New policy frameworks and practices for information security

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Sustainable procurement practices (e.g., catering policy adjustments)
  • Criteria for tenders and projects incorporating Modern Slavery Act principles

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
Transition Risks
  • Market shifts
  • Regulatory changes
Opportunities
  • Energy transition projects

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: CSRD (from 2025)

Certifications: ISO 27001

Third-party Assurance: Deloitte Accountants B.V.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Digital products (e.g., client portal)