Breedon Sustainability Profile
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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Breedon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Breedon Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,554,014,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 923,957,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,482,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 789,362,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 95% reduction in absolute gross GHG emissions across all scopes by 2050, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, Breedon targets a near-term reduction of 23.3% in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from purchased cement and clinker by 2030. In 2023, Breedon reported total emissions of approximately 1,617,159,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 981,253,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,395,000 kg CO2e (market-based). In the UK, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 142,192,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 19,385,000 kg CO2e. Breedon is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its value chain by 2050, with specific targets for reducing emissions intensity per tonne of cementitious product. The company is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its reduction targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 566,554,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 79,567,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Breedon's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Breedon's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 190% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 46% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Breedon's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Breedon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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