- Adverse weather events could reduce or delay construction activity.
- Reputational risks from failing to meet ESG commitments.
- Regulatory risks from new governmental regulations relating to climate change.
Builders FirstSource, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Builders FirstSource, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 220.5K KT CO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 156.4K KT CO2e/year; Scope 2: 64.1K KT CO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
220.5K KT CO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
21% of grid electricity
of total energy
Waste
84.1K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
826 GWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 156.4K KT CO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 64.1K KT CO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Saved the equivalent of over 1.5 million trees through sales of more efficient manufactured component products.
- Invested in fleet and facility upgrades, which enhanced energy efficiency.
- Reduced waste through automation in manufacturing processes.
- Converted to lower energy LED lighting.
- Introduced solar power at New Bedford, MA campus.
- Installed overhead fans to reduce air conditioning power usage.
- Installed truss plant grinders and worked with third-party vendors to repurpose and recycle lumber waste.
- Avoided 220,000 tons of CO2e with manufactured component products.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Set Scope 1 and 2 emission reduction targets no later than 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
CustomersTeam MembersOperationsCommunities