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Babcock International Group PLC

Common Name
Babcock International Group
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Engineering & Construction
Employees
27,200
Ticker
BAB
Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Description
Babcock International Group plc is a British engineering support services company specializing in aerospace, defence, and nuclear sectors. Headquartered in London, it focuses on managing complex asset...

Babcock International Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Babcock International Group completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Babcock International Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 15 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
42,714a
44,511a
58,387b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
60,816a
66,499a
73,884b
Location-Based
39,832a
42,635a
42,670c
Total Scope 3
4,934,120a
4,367,218a
2,067,540b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
7.7058a
8.0955a
10.8338b
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Verified Sources Behind Babcock International Group’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Babcock International Group's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2025
b. Babcock International Group's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023
c. Babcock International Group's Sustainability Report 2024

Insights into Babcock International Group's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Babcock International Group amounted to 82,546 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Babcock International Group decreased by 5.28%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Babcock International Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-17%-8%-24%-4%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Babcock International Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Babcock International Group were 42,714 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Babcock International Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Babcock International Group's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 43.91%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Babcock International Group's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 4.04%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Babcock International Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 60,816 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 39,832 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Babcock International Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Babcock International Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 26.7%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Babcock International Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Babcock International Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Babcock International Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Babcock International Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Babcock International Group's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported 4,934,120 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Babcock International Group includes a breakdown across 13 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Babcock International Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e-25%+111%+13%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Babcock International Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 4,934,120 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 17.43% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 82.57% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Babcock International Group's Scope 3 emissions increased by 12.98%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Babcock International Group disclose?

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported emissions for 13 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Babcock International Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Babcock International Group's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 2,680,159 tCO₂e (54.32%)
  • Investments (Cat. 15): 1,373,337 tCO₂e (27.83%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 654,329 tCO₂e (13.26%)

Babcock International Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(54.3%)Investments(Cat. 15)(27.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(13.3%)

Insights into Babcock International Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 42,714 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,543 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 7.71 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Babcock International Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2050010,000200,0005,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)MaireYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,099Scope 1 Intensity: 2.13 tCO2e/$MDEME GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 967,404 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,268Scope 1 Intensity: 226.68 tCO2e/$MGek TernaYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,072,353 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,533Scope 1 Intensity: 236.59 tCO2e/$MSwecoYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,902 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,434Scope 1 Intensity: 1.72 tCO2e/$MSamsung E&AYear: 2024Scope 1: 29,609 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,792Scope 1 Intensity: 4.36 tCO2e/$MGranite ConstructionYear: 2024Scope 1: 229,298 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,008Scope 1 Intensity: 57.22 tCO2e/$MMYR GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 74,362 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,362Scope 1 Intensity: 22.12 tCO2e/$MGamudaYear: 2025Scope 1: 71,340 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,749Scope 1 Intensity: 19.03 tCO2e/$MEverus Construction GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,350 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,850Scope 1 Intensity: 18.72 tCO2e/$MTetra Tech Inc (Delaware)Year: 2024Scope 1: 10,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,199Scope 1 Intensity: 1.98 tCO2e/$MKindenYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,925 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,322Scope 1 Intensity: 3.45 tCO2e/$MStantecYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,257 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,214Scope 1 Intensity: 2.35 tCO2e/$MAtkinsrealis GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,131 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,721Scope 1 Intensity: 1.95 tCO2e/$MAckermans & Van HaarenYear: 2025Scope 1: 823,361 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,009Scope 1 Intensity: 117.47 tCO2e/$MSeverfieldYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,101 tCO2eRevenue: $M 586Scope 1 Intensity: 10.41 tCO2e/$MGalliford Try HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,313 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,230Scope 1 Intensity: 5.97 tCO2e/$MCostain GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,637 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,408Scope 1 Intensity: 4.00 tCO2e/$MBig Yellow GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 53 tCO2eRevenue: $M 265Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MHill and SmithYear: 2024Scope 1: 38,601 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,073Scope 1 Intensity: 35.97 tCO2e/$MRenew HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 19,561 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,453Scope 1 Intensity: 13.46 tCO2e/$MBalfour BeattyYear: 2024Scope 1: 130,878 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,333Scope 1 Intensity: 12.67 tCO2e/$MKier GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 28,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,938Scope 1 Intensity: 5.84 tCO2e/$MKeller GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 189,978 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,748Scope 1 Intensity: 50.69 tCO2e/$MMorgan Sindall GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,056 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,705Scope 1 Intensity: 1.41 tCO2e/$MBabcock International GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 42,714 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,543Scope 1 Intensity: 7.71 tCO2e/$M

How does Babcock International Group's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 7.71 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 8.19, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Babcock International Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Babcock International Group ranked 13 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Babcock International Group is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Babcock International Group's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Babcock International Group reported a total carbon footprint of 5,016,666 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 12.62% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Babcock International Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.35% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.85%.a

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