- Scope 1 GHG emissions increased in 2023 compared to the 2020 baseline due to data limitations and methodology improvements.
- Data limitations in tracking water use and other metrics.
- Need to integrate data from newly acquired companies.
Granite Construction Incorporated
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Granite Construction Incorporated disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 234.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1). By scope: Scope 1: 234.0K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 23.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 22.1K tCO2/year (employee travel). 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
234.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1)
2023
Water Usage
4.0K ML/year (groundwater wells California facilities only)
2023
Waste
31.18 tons/year (hazardous waste, California sites only)
2023
Energy Use
178.8M MWh/year (grid electricity)
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). | 234.0K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 23.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 22.1K tCO2/year (employee travel) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 234.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
| 2022 | 206.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
| 2021 | 214.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
| 2014-2015 | 114.0K tCO2e (2014); 132285 tCO2e (2015) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Exceeded target to earn recognition by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) Diamond Sustainable Commendation for 78% of asphalt plants (target was 75%).
- 36% of all materials facilities had EPDs (on track to achieve 50% by 2025).
- Completed first water risk assessment.
- Committed $22M in projects to improve energy efficiency at materials facilities.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce OSHA recordable incident rate to 0.65 by 2024.
- Improve first-time quality rate for construction materials to 90% by 2025.
- Have EPDs available for 50% of materials facilities by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce total Scope 1 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 from 2020 baseline.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Dependable GovernanceSocial ResponsibilityEnvironmental Stewardship