- Geopolitical instability (Ukraine and Israeli-Palestinian conflicts) causing supply chain disruptions and price volatility.
- Cyclical risks in various markets.
- High indebtedness of some states and private entities impacting infrastructure investment.
- Significant competition in engineering and construction sectors.
- Financial risks (interest rates, exchange rates, liquidity, credit).
- Occupational health and safety risks.
- Legal, regulatory, and compliance risks.
- Environmental risks (water, resources, biodiversity, GHG emissions).
- Technological systems and IT system security risks.
- Water scarcity in some operating regions.
Mota-Engil SGPS, S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Mota-Engil SGPS, S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4 MtCO2e. 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
4 MtCO2e
2023
Water Usage
4.7M m3
2023
Waste
480.3K tons
2023
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 MtCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Initiated a project to manage physical risks and climate-related transition at EGF, aligned with TCFD.
- Avoided 1,756 ktCO2e in 2023 through electricity generation from biogas and use of non-fossil fractions in energy recovery.
- Avoided 344 ktCO2e by sending selected materials for recycling.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce the lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR) by 50% by 2026 (vs. 2020 for E&C BU and vs. 2021 for the Group).
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2030 (vs. 2021 baseline).
- Achieve 75% local talent in management positions by 2026.
- Achieve 100% global certification (ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001) based on turnover by 2026.
- Achieve 30% women recruited or promoted to manager by 2026.
- Recover 80% of waste produced by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeDiversity & InclusionGovernanceOccupational Health and SafetySocial ResponsibilityCircular Economy