NCC's Climate Transition Plan - Our path toward net zero emissions by 2045
We are taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across our entire value chain. NCC’s Climate Transition Plan sets the direction for this work and describes how we will reduce emissions by 2030 and, in the long term, reach net zero emissions by 2045 – in line with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target.
Where emissions occur in the value chain
We have a comprehensive overview of NCC’s total emissions and where they occur in the value chain. NCC’s largest climate impact, 86 percent, stems from the production phase of purchased materials—primarily concrete, steel, and bitumen—as well as fuel use in machines and vehicles. By understanding the entire chain, we can direct our efforts where they have the greatest difference.
Prioritized decarbonization levers
We have identified five decarbonization levers that together account for the largest emissions and where the greatest potential for reductions exists: materials, transport, production, fleet and machinery, and the use of constructions. For each area, we clarify which key activities we prioritize and the effects they are expected to generate.
2030 target: 42% reduction of both own emissions and value chain emissions
By 2030, we will reduce emissions from both our own operations and the entire value chain by 42 percent, which aligns with the Paris Agreement. The targets are compared with the baseline year 2024, with addition of reference values for 2020. Our long-term target is net zero emissions by 2045.
Value for customers and society
Through our Climate Transition Plan, we continue to create value for our customers through product development and projects with lower climate footprints. Together with suppliers and partners, we develop and test new methods, technologies, and materials, aimed at reducing emissions, particularly where climate impact is the greatest. Success also requires stable customer demand, as well as collaboration and innovation within the industry.