Certainteed St Gobain
CertainTeed, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, is a leading player in the secondary construction material industry, specialising in the treatment and re-processing of secondary construction materials into high-quality aggregates. Headquartered in France, the company operates extensively across Europe and North America, providing innovative solutions that enhance sustainability in construction.
Founded in 1904, CertainTeed has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly practices and product development. Their core offerings encompass a range of aggregates and materials that stand out for their quality and environmental benefits. With a strong market position, CertainTeed is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, making it a trusted name in the construction sector.
+77 vs industry average
Certainteed St Gobain’s score of 98 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Material Reprocessing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Material Reprocessing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Certainteed St Gobain's reported carbon emissions
Saint-Gobain, operating in the secondary construction material industry, is committed to significant carbon emissions reductions. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 32.1 billion kg CO2e. This breaks down into approximately 7.9 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, approximately 802 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 23.4 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. Saint-Gobain has established Science-Based Targets (SBTi) that align with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. Their near-term commitments, with a 2017 baseline, include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 33% by 2030. Additionally, they aim for a 16% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030, focusing on areas such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and transportation. Long-term, Saint-Gobain has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a long-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% over the same period, both from the 2017 baseline. In 2022, Saint-Gobain reported a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions to approximately 9.8 million tonnes, representing a 27% reduction since 2017, which is in line with their 2030 target.
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Certainteed St Gobain’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
In September 2019, Saint-Gobain made a commitment to carbon…
In September 2019, Saint-Gobain made a commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050 at the Climate Action Summit organized by the Secretary Gener…
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
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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