Builders Firstsource
Builders FirstSource, Inc. (often referred to as BFS) is a leading supplier of building materials and manufactured components for residential and commercial construction. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across major regions, including the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest. Founded in 1998, Builders FirstSource has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market presence. The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including lumber, roofing, and millwork, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. Builders FirstSource is recognised for its strong market position, being one of the largest suppliers in the industry, and has received accolades for its operational excellence and customer service. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Builders FirstSource continues to set benchmarks in the building materials sector.
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How does Builders Firstsource's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Builders Firstsource's score of 23 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Builders Firstsource's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Builders FirstSource reported total carbon emissions of approximately 220,521,170,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 156,447,330,000 kg CO2e, which are primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 64,073,840,000 kg CO2e, attributed to purchased electricity. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 222,166,420,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 154,472,480,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 67,693,940,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, Builders FirstSource has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they disclosed any science-based targets (SBTi) for emissions reduction. The absence of defined climate pledges suggests a need for further commitment to sustainability within the industry context.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,970,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,725,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Builders Firstsource is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
