- High potential incidents associated with working in the vicinity of plant and equipment
- Mental health challenges in the construction industry
J. Murphy & Sons Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, J. Murphy & Sons Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 22.6K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 1353.0 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 1788.4 tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 22.6K tCO2e; Scope 2: 1.4K tCO2e; Scope 3: 1.8K 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
22.6K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 1353.0 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 1788.4 tCO2e (Scope 3)
2021
Renewable Energy
10.6%
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| 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). | 22.6K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.4K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 12% reduction in emissions vs 2019 baseline
- 30% reduction in fossil fuel use
- 99% of avoidable waste diverted from landfill
- £21.5 million invested in green plant and equipment
- 10.6% of electricity from renewable sources
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 50% net reduction in operational emissions by 2025
- 100% renewable electricity by 2025
- Zero avoidable waste to landfill by 2026
📅 Medium-term
- Net zero emissions by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Carbon positive by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionHealth & SafetySupply Chain SustainabilityCommunity Engagement