Wienerberger AG is a building materials company specializing in clay-based products and infrastructure solutions. The group’s primary function is to supply systems for the building envelope—covering w... Wienerberger AG is a building materials company specializing in clay-based products and infrastructure solutions. The group’s primary function is to supply systems for the building envelope—covering wall, façade, and roof applications—alongside surface pavings for outdoor environments. It is recognized as the world’s largest producer of bricks and a European leader in clay roof tiles, supported by a broad manufacturing footprint of more than 200 production sites across numerous countries. Beyond clay, Wienerberger AG is a major provider of plastic and ceramic pipe systems used in water management, energy supply, and building installations, serving residential, commercial, and infrastructure end markets. Its portfolio addresses new build and renovation needs, emphasizing energy efficiency and durable materials solutions for housing, urban spaces, and utilities. With roots dating to 1819 and a longstanding presence in Europe and North America, the company plays a significant role in modernizing building stock and critical infrastructure through scalable, system-based offerings across bricks, roof tiles, pavings, and piping technologies.
In 2024, Wienerberger 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.
Wienerberger has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Wienerberger 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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a. Wienerberger's Annual Report 2024
b. Wienerberger's Annual Report 2023
c. Wienerberger's Annual Report 2022
Insights into Wienerberger's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Wienerberger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 2.45 billion, representing 54.2% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 2.36 billion of Wienerberger's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 52.2% 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
Wienerberger's Taxonomy-Eligible Turnover Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
Have Wienerberger's revenues become more sustainable over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned revenues increased by 5.24%,highlighting Wienerberger'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 Wienerberger's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 2.45 billion of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 54.2% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 2.36 billion (52.2% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 2% of Wienerberger'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 Wienerberger's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 2.36 billion of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 52.2% of its total turnover.a
This strong alignment suggests that Wienerberger has strategically integrated environmentally sustainable activities into its core business model, positioning itself as a leader in the green transition.
Wienerberger's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Wienerberger's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Turnover
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Turnover
How is Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 52.2%
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 Wienerberger earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 2.36 billion 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 52.2% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Wienerbergerprimarily focuseson solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Wienerberger's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Wienerberger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 979.36 million,representing 83.2% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 953.88 million of Wienerberger's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 81.1% 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
Wienerberger's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have Wienerberger's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX increased by 50.19%,highlighting Wienerberger's strengthened commitment to investing in environmentally sustainable activities or improving how such investments are classified and reported under the EU Taxonomy.a, b
How much of Wienerberger's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 979.36 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 83.2% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 953.88 million (81.1% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 2.2% of Wienerberger's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either 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 (MSS).a
How much of Wienerberger's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 953.88 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 81.1% of its total capital investment.a
This strong alignment suggests that Wienerberger is directing a significant portion of its capital investments toward environmentally sustainable assets or activities, reinforcing a strategic focus on long-term sustainability.
Wienerberger's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Wienerberger's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned A1 Capex
Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
How is Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 81.1%
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 Wienerberger is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Wienerberger allocated EUR 954.12 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 81.1% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Wienerbergeris prioritizing climate-focused investments as a central part of its overall capital strategy.a
Insights into Wienerberger's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Wienerberger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 179.59 million,representing 79.1% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 173.90 million of Wienerberger's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 76.6% 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
Wienerberger's Taxonomy-Eligible Opex Over Time
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Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Opex
Have Wienerberger's increased its spending in sustainable activities over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned OPEX increased by 17.3%,highlighting Wienerberger's growing commitment to funding sustainable operations or improving how such expenses are classified and reported under the EU Taxonomy.a, b
How much of Wienerberger's operational expenditure (OPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 179.59 million of its operational expenditure (OPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 79.1% of the company's total OPEX. Of this amount, EUR 173.90 million (76.6% of total OPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 2.5% of Wienerberger's OPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these expenditures either 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 (MSS).a
How much of Wienerberger's eligible OPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that EUR 173.90 million of its OPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 76.6% of its total operational expenditure.a
This strong alignment suggests that Wienerberger is allocating a significant share of its operating budget to environmentally sustainable activities, signaling a strategic emphasis on day-to-day sustainability performance.
Wienerberger's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Wienerberger's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
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Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Opex
How is Wienerberger's taxonomy-aligned OPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Wienerberger reported that its taxonomy-aligned operational expenditure (OPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 76.6%
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 of Wienerberger's operational budget supports climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Wienerberger allocated EUR 173.81 million of its OPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 76.6% of the company's total OPEX,indicating that Wienerbergeris focusing a significant share of its operational spending on supporting climate action through its day-to-day activities.a
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