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L.B. Foster Company

L.B. Foster Company, a leading provider in the rail and construction industries, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1902, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with significant operations in key regions such as the Midwest and the East Coast. Specialising in innovative solutions for rail, construction, and utility markets, L.B. Foster offers a diverse range of products, including rail fastening systems, concrete ties, and advanced technology solutions. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive landscape. With a rich history of milestones, L.B. Foster has consistently positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its engineering excellence and customer-centric approach. The company’s dedication to innovation and reliability has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in infrastructure development.

DitchCarbon Score

How does L.B. Foster Company'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 Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

L.B. Foster Company's score of 8 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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L.B. Foster Company's reported carbon emissions

L.B. Foster Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is unclear how their emissions profile looks in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The absence of documented reduction initiatives or climate pledges suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, L.B. Foster Company may need to develop and communicate clear strategies to address carbon emissions and align with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. L.B. Foster Company's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for L.B. Foster Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

L.B. Foster Company is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
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