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Kier Group plc

Kier Group plc, commonly referred to as Kier, is a leading construction and infrastructure services company headquartered in GB. Founded in 1992, Kier has established a strong presence across the UK, with significant operations in regions such as London, the Midlands, and the North of England. The company operates primarily within the construction, property, and infrastructure sectors, delivering a diverse range of services including project management, civil engineering, and facilities management. Kier is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a robust portfolio of high-profile projects, Kier has solidified its position as a key player in the industry, recognised for its dedication to quality and safety. Notable achievements include numerous awards for excellence in construction and a strong track record of successful project delivery.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kier Group plc'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.

73

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Kier Group plc's score of 73 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kier Group plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kier Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 940,258,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 30,941,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,130,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 905,732,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes. Kier Group has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2045. Near-term goals include a 71% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions and a 98% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, both from a FY2019 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year. Long-term targets further enhance their commitment, with plans to achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by FY2039 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2045. These initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Kier Group's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the construction and engineering sector.

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113,399,000
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Scope 2
12,192,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kier Group plc'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. Kier Group plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kier Group plc 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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