Construction Industry Federation
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF), a prominent representative body for the construction sector in Ireland, has been a cornerstone of the industry since its establishment in 1970. Headquartered in Dublin, CIF serves a diverse range of operational regions across the country, advocating for the interests of its members and promoting best practices within the construction landscape. CIF focuses on various business areas, including policy advocacy, training, and industry standards, ensuring that its members are equipped to meet the evolving demands of the market. With a commitment to excellence, CIF offers unique services such as tailored training programmes and comprehensive resources that enhance the skills and knowledge of construction professionals. Recognised for its influential role in shaping industry standards, CIF continues to lead initiatives that drive innovation and sustainability in construction, solidifying its position as a key player in Ireland's economic development.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Construction Industry Federation'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Construction Industry Federation's score of 28 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Construction Industry Federation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the Construction Industry Federation reported carbon emissions of approximately 976,000 tonnes CO2e, a significant increase from about 440,000 tonnes CO2e in 2022. The emissions are categorised entirely under Scope 1, with no reported emissions for Scope 2 or Scope 3. By 2024, emissions are projected to rise further to about 1,171,000 tonnes CO2e. Despite the rising emissions, the federation has not outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives. However, they have reported a carbon emissions rate of 0.029 tonnes CO2e per euro of turnover in 2023, which improved to 0.0115 tonnes CO2e per euro of turnover in 2024. Additionally, they noted an embodied carbon rate of 272,000 kg CO2e for concrete alternatives. The federation's commitment to addressing climate change remains evident, although specific reduction strategies or pledges have not been disclosed. The focus on improving carbon efficiency per euro of turnover indicates a potential pathway towards more sustainable practices in the construction sector.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
Add to project2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 440,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Construction Industry Federation is not committed to any 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.
