Breedon Group plc, commonly known as Breedon, is a leading construction materials company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2010, Breedon has rapidly expanded its operations across the UK and Ireland, becoming a key player in the construction industry. The company focuses on the production and supply of aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete, and other essential building materials.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Breedon distinguishes itself through its high-quality products and customer-centric approach. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. Recognised for its reliability and expertise, Breedon continues to play a vital role in infrastructure development, contributing to both local and national projects across its operational regions.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Breedon's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Breedon Group plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.49 billion kg CO2e, comprising 606,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,425,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 908,995,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing carbon emissions across their operations. Breedon has set ambitious targets to achieve a 95% reduction in absolute gross Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2050, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim for a near-term reduction of 23.3% in absolute gross emissions from purchased clinker and cement by 2030. Specific targets include an 18.6% reduction in gross Scope 1 emissions per tonne of cementitious product and a 55.3% reduction in gross Scope 2 emissions per tonne within the same timeframe. These commitments align with Breedon's dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across their value chain by 2050, demonstrating their proactive approach to climate action in the construction materials sector.
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Breedon’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
23.3% reduction in Scope 2
23.3% reduction in absolute gross scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions, and scope 3 emissions from purchased cement and clinker by 2030 from 2022 bas…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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