Fletcher Building Limited, commonly known as Fletcher Building, is a leading construction and building materials company headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1909, the company has grown to become a significant player in the Asia-Pacific region, with operations spanning New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific. Fletcher Building operates primarily in the construction and building materials industry, offering a diverse range of products and services, including concrete, steel, and roofing solutions. Renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, the company has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of sustainable building practices and advanced manufacturing techniques. With a strong market position, Fletcher Building is recognised for its extensive portfolio and expertise in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. Its dedication to customer satisfaction and sustainability continues to set it apart in a competitive landscape.
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In 2025, Fletcher Building reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,498,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 714,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 196,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,587,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marked a slight decrease from 2024, where total emissions were about 2,472,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 752,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 217,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,503,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, emissions were higher at approximately 2,582,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 773,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 239,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,570,000,000 kg CO2e. Fletcher Building has set ambitious climate commitments, including a Science Based Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company aims for 67% of its suppliers by emissions to have science-based targets by 2024. The company is also collaborating with Concrete New Zealand to develop a roadmap for achieving net zero carbon emissions in the concrete industry by 2050, targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect Fletcher Building's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the construction materials sector, aligning with global efforts to limit warming to well below 2°C.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 896,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 303,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
Fletcher Building 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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