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Kier Group plc, widely recognised as Kier, is a leading UK-based construction and infrastructure services company. Headquartered in Great Britain, Kier has been a cornerstone of the construction industry since its founding in 1928, building a legacy spanning nearly a century across the United Kingdom.
Specialising in a comprehensive range of construction, civil engineering, and infrastructure projects, Kier delivers vital services for both public and private sectors. Its expertise encompasses building new facilities, property development, housing regeneration, and maintaining essential environmental services.
As one of the UK's prominent firms, Kier is renowned for its integrated project delivery and commitment to responsible business practices. The company plays a crucial role in shaping the nation's built environment, consistently offering sustainable and high-quality solutions.
64
DitchCarbon score
+40 vs industry average
Kier Group plc’s score of 64 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Construction Work has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.390
20182025
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kier Group plc's reported carbon emissions
Kier Group plc, a UK-based construction company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 816 million kg CO2e in 2024. This includes about 28.85 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 0.12 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 787 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Kier Group has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company aims for net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by FY2045.
Near-term targets (by FY2030):
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 71% from a FY2019 base year.
- Reduce absolute Scope 2 GHG emissions by 98% from a FY2019 base year.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% from a FY2022 base year.
Long-term targets:
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2039 from a FY2019 base year.
- Maintain at least 98% absolute Scope 2 GHG emission reductions from FY2030 through FY2045 relative to a FY2019 base year.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2045 from a FY2022 base year.
The company projects that Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions will decrease by 65% to 19,773 tonnes CO2e by 2030, and is actively transitioning its fleet away from fossil fuels.
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Kier Group plc’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
98% reduction in Scope 2
Kier Group PLC also commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 98% within the same timeframe.
On track98%
2030
71% reduction in Scope 1
Kier Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 71% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
On track71%
2045
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Kier Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by FY2045 from a FY2022 base year.
At risk90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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