Samsung C&T Corporation, a prominent subsidiary of the Samsung Group, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Founded in 1938, the company has evolved into a leader in the construction and trading industries, with a diverse portfolio that includes engineering, architecture, and project management. Renowned for its innovative approach, Samsung C&T offers unique solutions in civil engineering, plant construction, and architecture, setting benchmarks in quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the construction of iconic structures and participation in major infrastructure projects worldwide. With a strong market position, Samsung C&T continues to drive advancements in technology and design, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global construction landscape.
How does Samsung C&T Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Samsung C&T Corporation's score of 32 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Samsung C&T Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 90,709,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 19,634,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 71,075,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company's global emissions for the same year reached about 268,958,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 100,589,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 75,854,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 92,515,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Samsung C&T's emissions in South Korea were approximately 88,184,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 21,486,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 66,698,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company's global emissions for that year were about 180,717,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 85,655,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 95,062,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 81,936,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Samsung C&T has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 76,944,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 112,237,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 112,213,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Samsung C&T Corporation is not participating in any 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.