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Boral Limited, commonly referred to as Boral, is a leading Australian company headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. Established in 1946, Boral has grown to become a prominent player in the cement, lime, and plaster industry, with significant operations across Australia, the United States, and Asia.
The company specialises in a diverse range of products, including cement, concrete, and plasterboard, known for their quality and innovation. Boral's commitment to sustainability and advanced manufacturing processes sets it apart in the market. With a strong focus on infrastructure and construction, Boral has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted supplier in the building materials sector.
18
DitchCarbon score
-10 vs industry average
Boral’s score of 18 is lower than 36% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Cement Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
6.448
20182025
The Cement Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Boral's reported carbon emissions
Boral, an Australian cement, lime, and plaster company, reported approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 2.3 billion kg CO2e, including 1.27 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 92 million kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, and 322 million kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution.
In 2022, Boral's total emissions were approximately 3.21 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 1.33 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 283 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Boral has set near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46% by FY2030, from a FY2019 base year. Additionally, Boral aims to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 22% per tonne of cementitious material within the same timeframe. Boral has also committed to long-term net-zero targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, as part of their SBTi commitments. These climate commitments are directly from Boral Limited.
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Boral’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
46% reduction in Scope 2
Boral commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year*. *The target boundary includes biogenic…
Behind target46%
2030
46% reduction in Scope 1
Boral commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year*. *The target boundary includes biogenic…
Behind target46%
2030
22% reduction in scope 3 total
Boral also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 22% per tonne of cementitious material within the same timeframe.
Insufficient data22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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