John Laing Group plc, commonly referred to as John Laing, is a prominent player in the infrastructure and project management sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1848, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on the development and investment in essential public infrastructure across various regions, including the UK, Europe, and North America. Specialising in public-private partnerships (PPPs), John Laing offers unique services in project development, asset management, and investment in infrastructure projects. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart in the industry. With a strong market position, John Laing has achieved notable milestones, including successful delivery of numerous high-profile projects, reinforcing their reputation as a leader in the infrastructure domain.
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In 2023, John Laing reported total carbon emissions of approximately 110,000 kg CO2e, comprising 86,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 24,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. This represents a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 129,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 100,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 29,000 kg CO2e. John Laing has set a long-term commitment to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with plans to deliver nature-positive solutions. This commitment reflects their dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, John Laing Limited, indicating a structured approach to environmental accountability within the corporate family. Overall, John Laing's emissions reduction initiatives and net zero target demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,700 | 00,000 | 0,000 | - | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 80,200 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,831,900 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | - |
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.
John Laing 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.


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