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Costain

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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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66

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Costain's score of 66 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Costain's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Costain Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 319,233,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,876,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 313,058,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Costain is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. For long-term goals, Costain aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction target for Scope 3 emissions. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. The company has also initiated project-wide carbon reduction initiatives, targeting a 40% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2025. Costain's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
19,488,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
5,606,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Costain's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Costain is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Costain is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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