- Challenging market conditions due to higher interest rates, political and geopolitical uncertainties, and pressure to attract and retain staff.
- Supply chain issues and cost overruns at a large project in Construction UK.
- Design issues and cost overruns at four non-residential projects in Denmark.
- Cost increases and higher interest rates leading to delays in project awards in the Netherlands.
- A BAM employee lost his life while working on one of the Group’s projects.
Royal BAM Group nv
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Royal BAM Group nv disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 69 ktCO2e (Scope 1 & 2, market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 62.3 ktCO2e; Scope 2: 6.3 ktCO2e; Scope 3: 2.6K ktCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
69 ktCO2e (Scope 1 & 2, market-based)
2023
Renewable Energy
69% of total energy use
of total energy
Waste
55 kt (Construction & office)
2023
Energy Use
1.4K TJ
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 62.3 ktCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 6.3 ktCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 2.6K ktCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 69 ktCO2e (Scope 1 & 2, market-based) |
| 2020 | 136 kilotonnes |
| 2017 | 185 kilotonnes |
| 2015 | 230 kilotonnes CO2 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 56% reduction of scope 1 and 2 CO2 intensity versus 2015 (target: -50%)
- 60% reduction of construction and office waste intensity compared to 2015
- Maintained its position on the CDP Climate A List for the fifth consecutive year.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030
- Reduce absolute scope 3 emissions by 50% in 2030 (base year 2019)
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
DecarbonisationCircularityClimate adaptationBiodiversitySafety, health and inclusionSocial Value