- GHG emissions reduction, decarbonising energy use, water sourcing security, natural materials sourcing, ambient operating conditions, and extreme weather events
- Waste generated from business operations if not managed properly
- Occupational risks and hazards impacting health, safety, and productivity
- Human rights violations
- Skillset shortages
- High churn for contract workmen
- Attracting, managing, developing, and retaining talent
- Climate change physical and transition risks
- Water stress
- Cyber security risks
L&T Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-24 reporting, L&T Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 0.99 Mn tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 635.6K tCO2e; Scope 2: ~1,37,000 tCO2e; Scope 3: 7.1M tCO2e. 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
0.99 Mn tCO2e
2023-24
Renewable Energy
9.2%
of total energy
Water Usage
12.9 Mn kL
2023-24
Waste
7.5K tons
2023-24
Energy Use
10.5 Mn GJ
2023-24
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-24)
| 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). | 635.6K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | ~1,37,000 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 7.1M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Energy consumption intensity reduction by 15.9% compared to FY 2022-23 and 13% compared to FY 2020-21
- Water consumption intensity reduction by 12%
- 9.2% electricity from renewables
- GHG emission intensity reduction by 12.2%
- 32% recycled and eco-friendly material used
- 50% revenue from Green Business
- ~4 Mn Saplings planted
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Emissions Intensity Reduction by 25%
- Renewable Energy (as % of Electricity Consumption) by 50%
- Energy Intensity Reduction by 11%
📅 Medium-term
- Carbon Neutrality by 2040
- Water Neutrality by 2035
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ActionWater NeutralityBiodiversityMaterial Recycling and ReuseWaste ManagementGreen Supply ChainGreen BusinessWorkforce SafetyTraining and DevelopmentDiversity and InclusionHuman RightsCommunity WelfareSustainable Supply ChainBoard Structure, Diversity, and RemunerationGovernance MechanismEthical BehaviourStakeholder EngagementRisk Management