Colas Group
Colas Group, a leading player in the construction and maintenance of transport infrastructure, is headquartered in France. Established in 1929, the company has grown to become a prominent name in the global civil engineering sector, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Africa. Specialising in road construction, urban development, and rail infrastructure, Colas Group is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including asphalt production, road surfacing, and maintenance, setting itself apart through its focus on quality and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, Colas Group has achieved numerous accolades for its projects, reflecting its dedication to excellence and safety in the industry. As a trusted partner in infrastructure development, Colas Group continues to shape the future of transport networks worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Colas Group'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
Colas Group's score of 26 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Colas Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Colas Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,600,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 9,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 11,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Colas Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Furthermore, Colas Group has committed to achieving Carbon Net Zero by 2040, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal underscores their dedication to sustainability and climate action within the construction and engineering sector.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 100,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Colas Group is committed to some 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.
