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.
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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.
Kier Group plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kier Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 940,258,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 30,941,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,130,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2045. Kier Group has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 71% and Scope 2 emissions by 98% by FY2030, using FY2019 as a baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 baseline. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by FY2039 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2045. Kier Highways, a subsidiary, has also committed to net-zero emissions by 2045, with specific targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage. These initiatives reflect Kier Group's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 113,399,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,192,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
