Carillion plc, a prominent player in the construction and facilities management industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1999, the company quickly established itself as a leader in delivering integrated services across various sectors, including infrastructure, construction, and support services. With a strong operational presence in the UK and internationally, Carillion is known for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of core services, including project management, building maintenance, and infrastructure development, which are distinguished by their focus on quality and efficiency. Despite facing challenges in recent years, Carillion plc has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key contributor to major public and private sector projects. Its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction continues to define its market presence.
How does Carillion plc'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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In 2016, Carillion plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.73 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 480,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 950,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 4.3 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2015, saw slightly higher total emissions at about 5.99 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 495,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 4.5 million kg CO2e. Carillion has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. There are no emissions data available for 2014, but it is noted that the company constructed major buildings that resulted in approximately 500,000 kg CO2e emissions, although this does not fall under the standard scope classifications. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are directly from Carillion plc. The company has not made any public climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions as of the latest data available.
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| 2015 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 495,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,500,000 | 0,000,000 |
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.
Carillion plc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

