PORR’s climate commitment confirmed by science based targets initiative

The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) has officially confirmed PORR’s commitment to setting science-based climate targets aimed at limiting global warming. As part of this initiative, the construction company will submit specific climate goals designed to contribute to the fight against climate change.

PORR’s pledge to the SBTi marks a significant milestone in its sustainability strategy. The company has committed to establishing scientifically backed climate targets for short-term emission reductions by 2030 within the next 48 months. The targets include a 43% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These reductions will be achieved through clearly defined and measurable measures implemented across the entire value chain.

With this commitment, PORR is reinforcing its alignment with the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. To achieve this goal, global greenhouse gas emissions need to be reduced by half by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050—a significant challenge for the emissions-intensive construction industry.

Commenting on the company’s commitment, PORR CEO Karl-Heinz Strauss emphasized the importance of collaboration in tackling climate change. “Global decarbonization can only be achieved through collective effort, taking effective steps in a transparent and verifiable manner. Transparency is a key component of PORR’s Green and Lean strategy. By committing to the SBTi, we are sending a clear message about our sustainable future and encouraging our partners, customers, and suppliers to join us on this journey,” said Strauss.

The SBTi is a globally recognized initiative that helps companies and financial institutions set and implement credible climate targets. It was established through a collaboration between the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).

In Europe, around 10,000 companies have committed to science-based targets, including 82 Austrian firms, reflecting a growing commitment across industries to sustainable business practices.

With its SBTi commitment, PORR is positioning itself at the forefront of sustainability within the construction sector, taking decisive steps toward a low-carbon future while encouraging stakeholders to contribute to the broader climate action agenda.