Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) is a leading Spanish company headquartered in Beasain, Spain. Founded in 1917, CAF has established itself as a prominent player in the rail transport industry, specialising in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of rolling stock and related systems. With a strong presence in Europe, Latin America, and beyond, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of innovative solutions for urban and intercity transport. CAF's core offerings include high-speed trains, trams, and metro systems, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and commitment to sustainability. The company is recognised for its market position, having secured numerous contracts globally, which underscores its reputation for quality and reliability in the rail sector. Through continuous innovation and a focus on customer needs, CAF remains at the forefront of the rail industry, contributing to the evolution of modern transport solutions.
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In 2024, Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 3,642,717,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 31,166,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,277,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 3,642,717,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from the use of sold products. CAF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.7% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 55% per passenger-kilometre within the same timeframe. For the long term, CAF is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045, alongside a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per passenger-kilometre. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. In 2023, CAF achieved a reduction of approximately 46,800 tonnes CO2e, demonstrating progress towards their sustainability objectives. The company continues to integrate climate considerations into its financial planning through a dedicated investment plan aligned with its Decarbonisation Plan.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,707,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,636,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,623,373,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 52% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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