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Grafton Group plc, commonly referred to as Grafton, is a leading player in the wholesale trade and commission trade services sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles. Headquartered in Ireland (IE), Grafton operates extensively across the UK and Ireland, providing a diverse range of building materials and DIY products. Founded in 1902, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market presence.
Grafton’s core offerings include timber, plumbing, and heating supplies, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. The company has established a strong market position, recognised for its innovative solutions and extensive distribution network. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Grafton continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted partner for builders and contractors alike.
78
DitchCarbon score
+51 vs industry average
Grafton’s score of 78 is higher than 87% 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
Low
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.134
20182025
The Wholesale Trade industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Grafton's reported carbon emissions
Grafton's Carbon Emissions & Climate Commitments
Grafton, an Ireland-based company in the wholesale trade and commission trade services sector, is actively reporting and working to reduce its carbon footprint.
Latest Emissions Data (2025): In 2025, Grafton reported its Scope 1 emissions at 31,453,400 kg CO2e and its market-based Scope 2 emissions at 1,836,800 kg CO2e. Location-based Scope 2 emissions for the same year were 10,010,900 kg CO2e. The company did not disclose Scope 3 emissions for 2025.
Historical Emissions:
- 2024: Grafton's total disclosed emissions included Scope 1 at 32,427,800 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at 2,432,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 3,953,169,100 kg CO2e.
- 2023: Only Scope 3 emissions were reported, totalling 4,051,012,000 kg CO2e.
- 2022: Total disclosed emissions included Scope 1 at 38,328,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at 5,816,800 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,613,773,300 kg CO2e.
- 2021: Total disclosed emissions included Scope 1 at 40,718,900 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at 13,182,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,939,708,300 kg CO2e.
- 2020: Reported Scope 1 emissions were 31,749,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 11,069,000 kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments & Targets: Grafton is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, a target that has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Near-Term SBTi Targets (from a 2021 base year):
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 48.5% by 2030.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products covering sold fossil fuels by 42% by 2030.
- Reduce all other absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030.
Long-Term SBTi Targets (from a 2021 base year):
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050.
Recent Achievements: In 2022, Grafton achieved an absolute reduction of 3% in tCO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2021. The company also exceeded its target of a 2% tCO2e emissions reduction relative to revenue, achieving an 11% reduction. Furthermore, Grafton reported a 38.6% reduction in absolute market-based Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions in 2024 compared to the 2021 base year.
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Grafton’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Grafton Group pcl commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas e…
Grafton Group pcl commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
On track0%
2030
48.5% reduction in Scope 2
Grafton Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 48.5% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
At risk48.5%
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Grafton Group plc also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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