Costain Group PLC, commonly known as Costain, is a leading UK-based engineering solutions provider headquartered in GB. Founded in 1865, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in infrastructure, Costain focuses on sectors such as transportation, water, and energy, delivering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and efficiency. With a commitment to digital transformation and smart technology, Costain offers unique services that set it apart in the industry. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to major infrastructure projects, which solidify its market position as a trusted partner in the engineering sector. Through its dedication to safety and sustainability, Costain continues to drive progress in the UK’s infrastructure landscape.
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In 2024, Costain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 278,218,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,772,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 888,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 272,558,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 281,355,000 kg CO2e. Costain has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050. The company is actively pursuing project-wide carbon reduction initiatives, targeting a reduction of around 40% in CO2 emissions by 2025. Costain's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning its targets with the 1.5°C climate goal.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,001,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,578,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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