Group Five Limited, a prominent player in the construction and engineering sector, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1974, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including Southern Africa and select international markets. Specialising in infrastructure development, Group Five focuses on sectors such as civil engineering, building construction, and project management. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to delivering complex projects, utilising cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. With a commitment to quality and safety, Group Five Limited has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. Its core services, including infrastructure development and asset management, are distinguished by a focus on efficiency and client satisfaction, solidifying its reputation in the competitive construction landscape.
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In 2022, Group Five Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 41.6 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 26.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 15.2 million kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 43.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 22.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 20.6 million kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the reductions in emissions, Group Five Limited has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s climate commitments remain unspecified, highlighting a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Group Five Limited's emissions data indicates a commitment to monitoring and reporting carbon emissions, but further action may be necessary to establish clear reduction goals and enhance their climate strategy.
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| 2009 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 803,167,000 | 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 | 185,507,000 | 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 3 | 13,600,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
Group Five Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 30% last year and increased significantly since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Group Five Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

