Bureau Veritas SA is a French multinational company specialized in testing, inspection, and certification services, founded in 1828 in Antwerp and headquartered in Paris. Its primary function is to ve... Bureau Veritas SA is a French multinational company specialized in testing, inspection, and certification services, founded in 1828 in Antwerp and headquartered in Paris. Its primary function is to verify compliance, safety, and quality across diverse sectors, including building and infrastructure (27% of revenue), agri-food and commodities (23%), industry (22%), consumer products (14%), marine and offshore (7%), and certification (7%). With operations in 140 countries, over 1,500 offices and laboratories, and approximately 79,000 to 84,000 employees, Bureau Veritas SA supports industries vital to global trade, sustainability, and risk management. Notable features include its digital initiatives like blockchain traceability (Origin label), AI-driven inspections via partnerships with Microsoft and GE ventures, and strategic expansions through acquisitions in cybersecurity, renewable energy, and fashion sustainability. Under CEO Hinda Gharbi since 2023, the company pursues the LEAP | 28 strategy focusing on portfolio optimization, performance, and human capital, generating $6.34 billion in 2024 revenue while maintaining a strong presence as a CAC 40 member. Bureau Veritas SA plays a pivotal role in enhancing trust in supply chains, energy transition, and infrastructure worldwide.
In 2024, Bureau Veritas was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Bureau Veritas has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Bureau Veritas are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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6.14 CCM/CCA - Infrastructure for rail transport
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6.15 CCA - Infrastructure enabling road transport and public transport
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7.3 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of energy efficiency equipment
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7.6 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of renewable energy technologies
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9.3 CCM - Professional services related to energy performance of buildings
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Insights into Bureau Veritas's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 351.70 million, representing 5.5% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 213.30 million of Bureau Veritas's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 3.3% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Bureau Veritas's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Eligible Turnover
Total Taxonomy Aligned Turnover
Have Bureau Veritas's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Bureau Veritas's taxonomy-aligned revenues increased by 17.86%,highlighting Bureau Veritas's deeper integration of environmentally sustainable activities into its core business model, or improved classification and reporting of those activities under the EU Taxonomy.a, b
How much of Bureau Veritas's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported that EUR 351.70 million of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 5.5% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 213.30 million (3.3% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 2.2% of Bureau Veritas's revenue is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these activities did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards.a
How much of Bureau Veritas's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported that EUR 213.30 million of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 3.3% of its total turnover.a
This low alignment highlights either a limited focus on green activities or early-stage adoption of sustainability frameworks, underscoring opportunities for further alignment with EU climate objectives.
Bureau Veritas's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Bureau Veritas's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned Turnover
How is Bureau Veritas's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 3.3%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much revenue does Bureau Veritas earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported that EUR 212.66 million of its total revenue was associated with activities contributing to the EU taxonomy climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This accounted for 3.3% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Bureau Veritashas limited exposureon solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Bureau Veritas's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 173.20 million,representing 33.1% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 0 of Bureau Veritas's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into Bureau Veritas's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Bureau Veritas reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of Bureau Veritas's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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