Sustainability Report

Advancing sustainable infrastructure through purpose-driven innovation

At Black & Veatch, Building a World of Difference® is our long-standing purpose and the lens through which we have viewed every decision, every project and every partnership during our 110-year history. Our aspirational vision is clear: to be THE leader in sustainable infrastructure. This is more than a strategic goal — it is an enduring responsibility we carry as innovators and builders of the world’s most critical infrastructure systems.

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As stewards of energy, water and other critical infrastructure, we lead with confidence — turning bold ideas into scalable, impactful solutions that balance environmental, economic and social goals."

Corporate

We believe that Building a World of Difference® starts within our own walls. To be THE leader in sustainable infrastructure, Black & Veatch is leading by example by driving positive environmental and social impact through our operations, project execution and business practices.

100%

renewable energy for US offices

11%

decrease in overall emissions

24,270

lbs of compostable waste diverted

Clients

As part of our aspiration to be THE Leader in Sustainable Infrastructure, Black & Veatch is addressing the most pressing sustainability megatrends. Our employee-owners have identified decarbonization, preserving natural resources and sustainable design and construction as the areas where Black & Veatch can have the greatest impact in our work for clients.

248 MW

of green hydrogen electrolysis capacity

250+

water reclamation and reuse projects

1,000

projects supported by environmental professionals

Community

Sustainable development requires collaboration with a broad set of interdependent stakeholders. To affect meaningful change on a global scale, we are building relationships with suppliers and entrepreneurs to collaborate on novel approaches to sustainability with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion. We are also investing in our communities to multiply our impacts.

6,000

students mentored in STEM

startups focused on carbon dioxide removal technologies through IngiteX

$30M

in total given to United Way

At Black & Veatch, our commitment to sustainable infrastructure means ensuring power, water, connectivity and other human critical infrastructure is reliable, resilient, responsible, affordable and secure. Each of these tenets is important for infrastructure to be truly sustainable in the long-term. These principles guide our approach and ensure we deliver pragmatic and innovative solutions.

Corporate sustainability and client-focused solutions

In 2024, we sustained an 11% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from our 2019 baseline—even with significant growth and acquisitions—by optimizing our fleet and real estate and procuring renewable energy. Holistic safety initiatives, talent development programs, and digital transformation efforts—including the appointment of a Chief Digital Technology Officer—underscore our commitment to operational excellence. On the client side, Black & Veatch is advancing decarbonization through hydrogen, carbon capture and nuclear technologies, while also delivering integrated water solutions that enhance climate resilience and public health.

Empowering communities and building a net-zero future

Black & Veatch’s community impact is driven by our employee-ownership culture and deep-rooted partnerships. In 2024, the company supported over 150 nonprofits and invested in startups through our BV IgniteX® accelerator. With a goal to achieve net-zero emissions across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050, Black & Veatch continues to invest in data systems, partnerships and scalable technologies. Through collaboration and relentless innovation, the company remains dedicated to Building a World of Difference® — delivering sustainable infrastructure that meets today’s needs and secures tomorrow’s possibilities.