CO₂ half-year report: on track towards a carbon neutral Ballast Nedam

For 2024, we aim to reduce our CO₂ emissions by 48% compared to the base year 2019. In this first half-year, our scope 1 footprint has significantly decreased compared to last year, primarily due to a substantial reduction in gasoline and diesel consumption. However, due to an increase in international activities in the first half of the year, our scope 2 footprint has risen significantly compared to last year, due to the use of more grey electricity. In the countries where we operate, the procurement of green electricity is (still) not possible.

→ For detailed figures, such as emissions per scope, see our report for the CO₂ performance ladder.

Investing in green

To achieve our goals, we are heavily investing in green energy, emission-free equipment, an electric vehicle fleet with charging facilities, and battery storage. Additionally, this year we have focused on reducing CO₂ emissions from employee transportation. Diesel and gasoline cars are being phased out, and from 2024, all new lease cars at Ballast Nedam will be exclusively electric vehicles (EVs). By 2030, we aim to have our entire fleet be zero-emission.

Furthermore, we are striving for carbon neutral construction sites, such as the Rijnkade Arnhem project. Together with our partners, we are executing the reinforcement of this quay almost emission-free, gaining valuable experience in this area.