CertainTeed, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, is a leading manufacturer in the building materials industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1904, the company has evolved to become a key player in North America, with significant operations across the United States and Canada. Specialising in roofing, insulation, and exterior products, CertainTeed is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Their core offerings, including high-performance insulation and durable roofing solutions, are designed to enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, CertainTeed has received numerous accolades for its quality and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the construction sector. The company continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for builders and contractors alike.
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In 2024, CertainTeed Saint-Gobain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,916,807,000 kg CO2e. This includes 7,628,642,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 856,282,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 24,431,883,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as purchased goods and services and end-of-life treatment of sold products. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. By 2030, CertainTeed aims to achieve a 33% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, it plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 16% over the same timeframe. These commitments are part of a broader strategy to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. CertainTeed's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates their targets as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Overall, CertainTeed Saint-Gobain is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 12,976,886,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,461,638,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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