Carbon and Climate

Extreme weather poses increasing risk to our communities and built environment. We must design, build and operate for this new reality to safeguard occupant health, safety and resiliency.

Bold Commitments
Delivered through Action.

It’s time to quicken the pace of change and think bigger to decarbonize our built environment. We stand committed and are taking real steps to face climate risk head on.

For Our People

McKinstry was one of the first to sign The Climate Pledge. We are making significant strides to reduce our operational greenhouse gas emissions by 50% and reach net-zero carbon by 2030.

For Our Clients

We are charting a zero-carbon future by enlisting the brightest talent and unlocking their ingenuity. Our goal: zero carbon at zero cost premium without compromise.

For Our Communities

Transformative change is underway. We supportour communities in critical climate efforts by contributing our time, talent and collective philanthropic resources.

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Walking the Talk

By significantly reducing carbon emissions through our operations and our projects.

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Engaging Our Partners

By developing partnerships that drive better outcomes for our clients, communities and planet.

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Delivering Building-to-Grid Integration

By developing a different relationship with utilities to align smart buildings with smart grids.

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Building a Thriving Planet

By connecting our people, clients, partners and communities to our vision of together, building a thriving planet.

Charting Our Course Forward

What does the course to a zero-carbon future look like at McKinstry?

“McKinstry is standing up to lead the charge against climate risk with purpose and accountability. Through more efficient design and construction, we will drive real and lasting change while protecting our people, our clients and our communities.”

—Joseph Hagar, President and Chief Financial Officer

Leveraging Impact

We lead by example and on our way to our 2030 carbon commitment. Learn about our progress:

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2023 Social Impact Report
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2022 Social Impact Report
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