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Weir Group PLC

Common Name
Weir Group
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
11,444
Ticker
WEIR
Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Description
Weir Group plc is a Scottish multinational engineering company headquartered in Glasgow, specializing in innovative solutions for the global mining technology sector. Founded in 1871 by brothers Georg...

Weir Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Weir 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).

Weir Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 13 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
65,072a
64,880a
65,184b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
61,266a
68,608a
77,029b
Location-Based
86,690a
93,234a
94,606b
Total Scope 3
20,371,252a
27,427,234a
54,779,618b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
18.8419a
20.6341a
19.4192b
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a. Weir Group's Annual Report 2025
b. Weir Group's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Weir Group's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Weir Group amounted to 151,762 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Weir Group decreased by 4.02%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Weir Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192022202320242025020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-1%-2%0%0%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Weir Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Weir Group were 65,072 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Weir Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Weir Group's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 3.66%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Weir Group's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Weir Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

What are Weir Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Weir Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 61,266 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 86,690 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Weir Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Weir Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 28.83%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Weir Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Weir Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Weir Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Weir Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Weir Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192022202320242025035 k70 k105 k140 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Weir Group's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Weir Group reported 20,371,252 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 2025 disclosure of Weir Group includes a breakdown across 13 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Weir Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2022202320242025015 M30 M45 M60 MtCO2e+39%-50%-26%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Weir Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Weir Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 20,371,252 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 2.8% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 97.2% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Weir Group's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 25.73%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Weir Group disclose?

In 2025, Weir 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 Weir Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Weir Group's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 19,780,642 tCO₂e (97.1%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 419,064 tCO₂e (2.06%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 78,691 tCO₂e (0.39%)

Weir Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(2.1%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(97.1%)

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

In 2025, Weir Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 65,072 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,454 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 18.84 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Weir Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5002,00010,00050,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1002001,0005,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)MiddlebyYear: 2023Scope 1: 89,986 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,037Scope 1 Intensity: 22.29 tCO2e/$MGates IndustrialYear: 2024Scope 1: 106,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,408Scope 1 Intensity: 31.16 tCO2e/$MSuzlon EnergyYear: 2025Scope 1: 9,002 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,270Scope 1 Intensity: 7.09 tCO2e/$MYokogawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,567Scope 1 Intensity: 3.40 tCO2e/$MA O SmithYear: 2019Scope 1: 71,824 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,993Scope 1 Intensity: 24.00 tCO2e/$MFlowserveYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,463 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,558Scope 1 Intensity: 3.39 tCO2e/$MTrelleborgYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,664 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,732Scope 1 Intensity: 9.02 tCO2e/$MChart IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,844 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,160Scope 1 Intensity: 4.77 tCO2e/$MDonaldsonYear: 2024Scope 1: 23,536 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,586Scope 1 Intensity: 6.56 tCO2e/$MDaifukuYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,038Scope 1 Intensity: 2.19 tCO2e/$MWatts Water TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,712 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,252Scope 1 Intensity: 4.76 tCO2e/$MEbaraYear: 2024Scope 1: 71,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,520Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MGracoYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,131 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,113Scope 1 Intensity: 7.16 tCO2e/$MCraneYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,490 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,131Scope 1 Intensity: 3.98 tCO2e/$MLead IntelligentYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,903 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,624Scope 1 Intensity: 1.17 tCO2e/$MGenerac HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 30,367 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,296Scope 1 Intensity: 7.07 tCO2e/$MMorgan Advanced MaterialsYear: 2024Scope 1: 111,011 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,330Scope 1 Intensity: 83.45 tCO2e/$MBodycoteYear: 2024Scope 1: 118,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 950Scope 1 Intensity: 124.20 tCO2e/$MGoodwinYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,288 tCO2eRevenue: $M 293Scope 1 Intensity: 28.30 tCO2e/$MRotorkYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,533 tCO2eRevenue: $M 947Scope 1 Intensity: 3.73 tCO2e/$MSpirax GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 16,223 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,293Scope 1 Intensity: 7.07 tCO2e/$MMelrose IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,245 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,352Scope 1 Intensity: 4.88 tCO2e/$MImiYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,773Scope 1 Intensity: 3.80 tCO2e/$MSmiths GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,758 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,566Scope 1 Intensity: 5.26 tCO2e/$MPentairYear: 2024Scope 1: 35,157 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,083Scope 1 Intensity: 8.61 tCO2e/$MWeir GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 65,072 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,454Scope 1 Intensity: 18.84 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Weir Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 18.84 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.07, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2025, Weir Group ranked 20 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Weir Group's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Weir Group reported a total carbon footprint of 20,523,014 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 25.6% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Weir Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.26% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.42%.a

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