As we look toward the future, we are committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across Scopes 1 and 2 as well as Scope 3 by 2050, relative to our 2019 baseline. (Scope 1 relates to direct emissions owned or controlled by us, Scope 2 emissions come from the energy we purchase for our operations, and Scope 3 come from our value chain.) Our sustainability strategy as a company has several aspirations:
Developing sustainable infrastructure
Improving social outcomes
Achieving net zero carbon emissions
Enhancing governance
In support of our ongoing tracking of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) emissions, we are making new investments in systems, tools and data that will enable us to make well-informed business decisions to achieve these goals and track our progress.
We believe that our credo of Building a World of Difference® starts within our own walls. To be THE leader in sustainable infrastructure, Black & Veatch is leading by example by driving positive environmental and social impact through our operations, project execution and business practices.
Black & Veatch is committed to working with diverse suppliers and business partners. Our global network of qualified suppliers and subcontractors includes:
Small businesses (SBE)
Small disadvantaged enterprises (SDB)
Minority business enterprises (MBE)
Women business enterprises (WBE)
HUBZone enterprises
Service-disabled veteran business enterprises (SDVBE)
Veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB)
LGBT business enterprises
Historically black colleges and universities and minority institutions (HBCU/MI)
National Institute for the Blind/National Institute for the Severely Handicapped (NIB/NISH)
2024 Sustainability Report
Black & Veatch's annual sustainability report details the company’s efforts across environmental, social and governance areas which are in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). See how our progress aligns with our vision of the future.
Building the world we want
At Black & Veatch, sustainability is more than how we operate. We are committed to building a world of difference through innovation in sustainable infrastructure. Learn more about the journey we're embarking on to advance sustainability for our clients, friends, families, neighbors and communities.
As we strive for a sustainable future for all, we recognize the critical roles that safety and diversity, equity and inclusion have within our organization and the communities in which our employee-owners live and work. That’s why we have strong company initiatives in these areas to propel impact.
