Laing Orourke
Laing O'Rourke, a leading international engineering and construction company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1978, the firm has built a strong reputation across various sectors, including infrastructure, commercial, and residential construction. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Laing O'Rourke has pioneered advanced construction techniques, such as off-site manufacturing, which sets it apart in the industry. Operating primarily in the UK, Australia, and the Middle East, Laing O'Rourke has achieved significant milestones, including the successful delivery of high-profile projects like the Crossrail in London. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and safety, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the construction landscape. With a diverse portfolio of services, Laing O'Rourke continues to lead the way in transforming the built environment.
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Laing Orourke's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Laing O'Rourke reported total carbon emissions of approximately 566,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 7,801,740 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 3,335,130 kg CO2e), and a substantial Scope 3 total of around 555,173,560 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 496,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 6,455,590 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 3,070,330 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 495,484,060 kg CO2e. Laing O'Rourke has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030 and net-zero across all scopes by 2050. They are targeting a 25% reduction in CO2 emissions per tonne of production by 2024 and a 25% reduction in overall energy intensity in production by the same year. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 4,000 tonnes CO2e (approximately 42%) and Scope 3 Category 1 emissions by 123,871 tonnes CO2e (about 25%) by 2030. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Laing O'Rourke's dedication to reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,881,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,469,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,392,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Laing Orourke is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
