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Granite Construction

Granite Construction Incorporated, commonly referred to as Granite, is a leading player in the construction and engineering industry, headquartered in Watsonville, California. Founded in 1922, the company has established a strong presence across the United States, with significant operations in regions such as the West Coast and the Southwest. Specialising in heavy civil construction, materials production, and construction management, Granite is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including road and bridge construction, environmental restoration, and aggregate production, setting itself apart through innovative practices and advanced technology. With a robust market position, Granite has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to safety and excellence. As a trusted partner in infrastructure development, Granite Construction continues to shape the landscape of American infrastructure while prioritising environmental stewardship.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Granite Construction's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Granite Construction's score of 26 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Granite Construction's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Granite Construction reported carbon emissions of approximately 234,000 tonnes CO2e for Scope 1 and about 24,000 tonnes CO2e for Scope 2. Their Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel, were around 22,000 tonnes CO2e. Over the years, the company has seen fluctuations in emissions, with Scope 1 emissions increasing from about 136,000 tonnes CO2e in 2019 to 234,000 tonnes CO2e in 2023. Granite Construction has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, they are actively engaged in sustainability practices and have reported their emissions data consistently. The company continues to explore initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint, particularly in mobile and stationary combustion sources, which are significant contributors to their overall emissions. As the construction industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding climate impact, Granite Construction's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to transparency and environmental responsibility.

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99,732,261.58
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Granite Construction's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Granite Construction is headquartered in US, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Granite Construction is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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