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As a foundational force in the global construction sector, Fletcher Building (often referred to simply as Fletcher or FB) stands as a testament to enduring innovation. Headquartered in New Zealand, this diversified construction materials and building company boasts a significant operational presence across Australasia and the South Pacific.
Established in 1909, Fletcher Building has evolved from its pioneering roots to become a leader in construction work (NAICS 23). Their comprehensive offerings span residential and commercial construction, infrastructure development, and the manufacture and distribution of a wide array of building products.
From sustainable timber solutions and aggregates to advanced concrete and insulation, Fletcher Building’s unique vertical integration ensures quality control and efficiency across the supply chain. This strategic approach has solidified their position as a dominant player, contributing to the built environment and economic growth throughout the region.
79
DitchCarbon score
+55 vs industry average
Fletcher Building’s score of 79 is higher than 88% 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
High
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.390
20182025
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Fletcher Building's reported carbon emissions
Fletcher Building, a New Zealand-based construction company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.498 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 714 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 196 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.587 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 included upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 217 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (approximately 53 million kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 31 million kg CO2e), and business travel (approximately 25 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 2.472 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 752 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 217 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1.503 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions stood at approximately 2.582 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 773 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 239 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.570 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Fletcher Building has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by fiscal year 2050, from a fiscal year 2018 baseline. This long-term target, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), involves a 90.0% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2050, and a 90.0% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by FY2050 from a FY2023 base year.
Near-term SBTi commitments include a 56.25% absolute reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions by 2035 from a 2018 base year, and a 56.25% absolute reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2035 from a 2018 base year. Additionally, Fletcher Building commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 40.23% by 2035 from a 2023 base year. The company also previously committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2018 base year, and that 67% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2024.
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Fletcher Building’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2035
56.25% reduction in Scope 2
Fletcher Building Limited commits to reduce absolute scope scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 56.25% by FY2035 from a FY2018 base year.*
On track56.25%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Fletcher Building Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2018 base year.*
At risk90%
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Fletcher Building Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2023 base year.
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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