Breedon
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. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 1,617,159,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 981,253,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 692,765,000 kg CO2e. Breedon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 23.3% reduction in absolute gross Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a significant long-term reduction of 95% in these emissions by 2050. Specific near-term targets include an 18.6% reduction in Scope 1 emissions per tonne of cementitious product and a 55.3% reduction in Scope 2 emissions per tonne within the same timeframe. Breedon is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its value chain by 2050, with these targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 566,554,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 79,567,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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