Milan, 13 December 2024 – A strong commitment to sustainable and responsible practices that create shared value for shareholders, investors, employees, clients, and communities, supporting robust and long-term growth. This is what defines the ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) strategy of the Webuild Group, which has been awarded a “Gold” rating by EcoVadis, one of the world’s most respected sustainability rating systems.

EcoVadis has recognised the Group as one of the most sustainable companies on an international level thanks to its environmental, social, and governance practices, placing it among the most exemplary organisations worldwide. Achieving a score of 78/100, Webuild stands out as an ESG leader within the infrastructure sector, where the global average score is 60/100. The EcoVadis rating adds to other prestigious ESG recognitions already received by the Group, including CDP (“A-”), MSCI – Morgan Stanley Capital International (“AA”), ISS – ESG (“B-”, “Prime”), and Moody’s ESG Solutions (“Advanced”).

Webuild is increasingly committed to addressing current megatrends responsibly, seizing opportunities in infrastructure development that advance key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and support the transition to a low-carbon economy. As of June 30, 2024, over 90% of the Group’s €56 billion construction backlog was tied to projects aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting years of continuous improvement and commitment to sustainability.           

To further solidify the Group’s growing commitment to sustainability, Webuild launched its new ESG Plan in 2024, building on the achievements and full attainment of the goals set in the previous 2021-2023 ESG Plan. The new plan takes a more tangible approach to addressing global challenges, with a focus on the Group’s key ESG priorities: fighting climate change and promoting a circular economy (Environmental), protecting and empowering its people (Social), and driving innovation as a strategic lever for sustainability and business efficiency (Governance). The new ESG Plan focuses on three strategic areas—Green, Safety and Inclusion, and Innovation—where Webuild has made significant progress over the years.

Webuild is further cementing its position as a leader in sustainable innovation by executing projects that span sustainable mobility, efficient water resource management, renewable energy production, and the construction of green buildings. Among the most iconic and environmentally significant ongoing projects is Snowy 2.0, Australia's largest renewable energy project. Another key initiative is Lot 2 of the Riachuelo system in Buenos Aires, a mega infrastructure project aimed at reducing organic pollution in the Riachuelo river basin, one of the most polluted waterways in the world. Additionally, high-speed and high-capacity railway projects are under development in Italy, including the Naples-Bari line and the Palermo-Catania-Messina network, both strategic infrastructure projects designed to enhance connectivity in the southern part of the country.