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Tarmac

Tarmac, officially known as Tarmac Limited, is a leading construction materials company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1903, Tarmac has evolved into a key player in the construction industry, with major operational regions across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The company specialises in the production of asphalt, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete, offering innovative solutions that cater to diverse construction needs. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, Tarmac has pioneered environmentally friendly practices within the industry, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking responsible sourcing. With a strong market position, Tarmac has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its safety standards and community engagement initiatives. As a trusted partner in infrastructure development, Tarmac continues to shape the landscape of the UK’s built environment.

DitchCarbon Score

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36

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

Tarmac's score of 36 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Tarmac's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Tarmac reported total carbon emissions of approximately 520,526,000 kg CO2e, comprising 242,026,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 128,145,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 278,485,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, as they aim to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In 2022, Tarmac's total emissions were about 596,520,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 267,816,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 30,637,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 328,690,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear roadmap towards net zero, starting from 2023. Tarmac's emissions per tonne of product have also shown a downward trend, with 1,000 kg CO2e per tonne reported in both 2022 and 2023. This reflects their ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce the carbon intensity of their products. Overall, Tarmac is making strides in its climate commitments, focusing on substantial reductions in carbon emissions as part of its long-term sustainability strategy.

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1990202020222023
Scope 1
680,021,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
289,456,000
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00,000
00,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Tarmac is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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