Morrison Sustainability Profile
Morrison, officially known as Morrison Construction, is a prominent player in the construction and infrastructure industry, headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 1994, the company has expanded its operations across various regions, focusing on delivering high-quality construction services and innovative infrastructure solutions. Specialising in residential and commercial projects, Morrison is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The company’s core offerings include project management, civil engineering, and building services, distinguished by their emphasis on safety and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, Morrison has achieved notable milestones, including numerous industry awards for excellence in construction practices. Their dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified their reputation as a trusted partner in the New Zealand construction landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Morrison's score of 32 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Morrison's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Morrison reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,905,889,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 5,843,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 9,901,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which totalled around 1,885,000,000 kg CO2e, highlighting significant contributions from categories such as the use of sold products (934,245,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (877,225,000 kg CO2e). Morrison has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030. Additionally, the company plans to increase its electricity sourced from renewable sources to 50% of total electricity usage and enhance operational energy efficiency by 20%, while also targeting a 25% reduction in waste disposal intensity. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Morrison's own disclosures. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate action within its operational framework.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,802,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,791,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,373,558,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Morrison's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Morrison's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 22% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Morrison's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Morrison 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.
