Grafton
Grafton Group plc, commonly referred to as Grafton, is a leading UK-based distributor of building materials and DIY products. Headquartered in Ireland, the company operates extensively across the UK and Ireland, serving a diverse range of customers in the construction and home improvement sectors. Founded in 1902, Grafton has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market presence. The company offers a wide array of core products and services, including timber, plumbing, and heating supplies, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. Grafton is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top distributors in the industry. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Grafton continues to adapt to the evolving needs of its customers, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the building materials sector.
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Grafton's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Grafton Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,250,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 18,415,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 33,092,200 kg CO2e on a market-based approach. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing emissions, as the company achieved a 38.6% reduction in absolute market-based greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1 and 2 compared to a 2021 baseline. For the previous year, 2023, Grafton reported approximately 32,847,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 5,086,700 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with a total of around 37,934,500 kg CO2e on a market-based basis. The company has set ambitious targets, committing to a 48.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 base year, and a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Grafton’s Scope 3 emissions, which include indirect emissions from the use of sold products, were reported at approximately 2,535,912,700 kg CO2e in 2023. The company aims to reduce these emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. Overall, Grafton Group plc's climate commitments are robust, with specific targets for both near-term and long-term reductions, including a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Grafton's proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 61,205,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 87,348,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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