Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles
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.
+24 vs industry average
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles’s score of 50 is higher than 68% 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 Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles's reported carbon emissions
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF), based in Spain and operating within the construction sector, reported approximately 3.68 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 31.17 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 7.27 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 3.64 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to their Scope 3 emissions include the use of sold products, purchased goods and services, and employee commutes. CAF has publicly stated its ambition to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2045. To support this long-term goal, they have set intermediate targets, aiming for a 30.5% reduction in emissions by 2024, 35.3% by 2025, and 40% by 2026, all compared to a 2019 base year. This includes a commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by up to 30% and Scope 3 emissions (specifically related to the use of sold products) by up to 40% by 2045, relative to 2019 levels. Furthermore, CAF has set a target to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 97% per passenger-kilometre by 2045. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2026
40% reduction in scope 3 downstream
The intermediate targets to reach the final target set by the Company within the current strategic cycle are as follows: 30.5% in 2024, 35.3…
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
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