Saint Gobain
Saint-Gobain, officially known as Compagnie de Saint-Gobain, is a global leader in the construction and building materials industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1665, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into various international markets and the development of innovative materials. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Saint-Gobain operates across multiple sectors, including insulation, glass, and construction products. Its core offerings, such as high-performance insulation solutions and advanced glass technologies, are distinguished by their sustainability and energy efficiency. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, Saint-Gobain has consistently maintained a prominent market position, earning accolades for its contributions to sustainable building practices and environmental stewardship.
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Saint Gobain's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Saint-Gobain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,810,207,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,738,985,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,088,365,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 19,982,857,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 8,827,350,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 29,785,225,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,396,326,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,406,043,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 19,982,857,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 and 2 total for that year was approximately 9,802,368,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Saint-Gobain's total emissions were around 30,772,063,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 8,402,819,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,927,391,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 20,441,853,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were about 10,330,210,000 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed, the company has shown a decreasing trend in total emissions over the past three years, indicating a commitment to improving its carbon footprint. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 relative to Group EBITDA has also improved, decreasing from 1.67 in 2021 to 1.26 in 2023.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,402,819,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,927,391,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,441,853,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Saint Gobain 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.
