Granite Construction
Granite Construction Incorporated, commonly known as Granite, is a leading construction and engineering firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1922, the company has established a strong presence across various regions, including the West Coast and parts of the Midwest. Specialising in infrastructure development, Granite focuses on key business areas such as transportation, water resources, and commercial construction. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Granite offers a range of services, including heavy civil construction, materials production, and environmental solutions. The company is recognised for its unique approach to project management and its dedication to safety and quality. As a prominent player in the construction industry, Granite has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for complex infrastructure projects nationwide.
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Granite Construction's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Granite Construction reported total carbon emissions of approximately 233,951,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 23,605,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 22,066,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they recorded about 214,231,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 22,868,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 22,351,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Over the past few years, Granite Construction has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not inherited any emissions data from a parent organisation, and all reported figures are directly from Granite Construction Incorporated. The emissions data indicates a trend of increasing emissions in recent years, with 2021 figures showing approximately 221,678,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 24,113,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 20,006,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2020, the company reported 211,718,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 22,749,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 16,708,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Granite Construction's climate commitments and initiatives remain unspecified, highlighting an opportunity for the company to establish clear reduction targets and strategies to address its carbon emissions effectively.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 135,625,025.81 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 99,732,261.58 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9.07 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Granite Construction is not participating in any 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.
