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Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) is a prominent player in the construction work industry, headquartered in Spain. Founded in 1917, CAF has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacturing of railway vehicles and systems, serving major operational regions across Europe, Latin America, and beyond.
The company excels in providing innovative solutions for urban transport, including trams, metros, and high-speed trains, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. CAF's unique approach to engineering and design has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in the rail sector. With a rich history of milestones, CAF continues to shape the future of mobility, making significant contributions to the global transport infrastructure.
+28 vs industry average
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles’s score of 52 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF), headquartered in Spain, reported total emissions of approximately 3.68 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 31.17 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 7.28 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 3.64 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to their Scope 3 emissions is the use of sold products, accounting for approximately 3.52 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, CAF's total emissions were approximately 3.59 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 28.84 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 7.59 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3.55 billion kg CO2e.
CAF has committed to several climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The CAF Group aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045, with a 2019 base year. Near-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.7% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, CAF Group commits to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 55% per passenger-kilometre within the same timeframe (by 2030 from a 2023 base year). Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2045 from a 2019 base year, and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products per passenger-kilometre by 2045 from a 2019 base year. CAF has also set an intermediate target to reduce Scope 3 downstream emissions by 40% by 2026, compared to 2019.
2030
54.7% reduction in Scope 2
CAF Group commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 54.7% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2045
90% reduction in Scope 2
CAF Group commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2019 base year.
2045
CAF Group also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from…
CAF Group also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products 55% per passenger-kilometer within the same timeframe.
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