- Scope 3 emissions represent a large portion of total GHG emissions
- Need for close collaboration with suppliers to meet targets
- Challenges in data collection and monitoring for Scope 3 emissions
- Need for policy support to enable delivery of stretching targets
- Dependence on large industries (chemicals, steel, cement) for product supply
- Need for technological advancements in building construction and transport
Grafton Group plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Grafton Group plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 45.0K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 32.4K tCO2e; Scope 2: 12.5K 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
45.0K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Energy Use
49.1K MWh (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). | 32.4K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 12.5K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 11.5% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 location-based GHG emissions
- 12.2% reduction in GHG emissions (tonnes CO2e) per £m revenue
- 98% waste diverted from landfill
- >1,200 MWh electricity generated from solar PV installations
- >1,000 tCO2e saved through the use of >430,000 Litres HVO across the fleet
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Annual two per cent reduction in tCO2e per £m revenue (2021 baseline)
- 15 per cent reduction in total operational waste tonnage per £m revenue (2021 baseline)
- Establish a Group natural resources policy by 2025
- 100 per cent building timber products (by value) responsibly sourced by 2025
- Pilot circular business opportunities by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Top 100 in the FTSE 250 for Board Diversity by 2030
- Promote products to customers with sustainability attributes by 2030
- 42 per cent reduction in absolute GHG emissions across scope 1, 2 and 3 by 2030 against a 2021 base year
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWasteBiodiversityPlastics & PackagingWaterPollutionRaw MaterialsProduct Safety & QualityResource Use & Circular EconomyMore Sustainable ProductsEquality, Equity, Diversity & InclusionTraining & DevelopmentUpskilling Senior Leaders on ESGHealth, Safety & WellbeingMonetary DonationsGoods & Services DonationsVolunteeringFundraising & Raising Awareness of Important Community IssuesStrong GovernanceIT & Cyber SecurityRegulatory ComplianceResponsible Sourcing (Supply Chain Management)Privacy & Data Security