Boral Limited, commonly referred to as Boral, is a leading Australian construction materials company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1946, Boral has established itself as a key player in the building and construction industry, with significant operations across Australia, the United States, and Asia.
The company specialises in the production of a diverse range of materials, including cement, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, which are essential for infrastructure and residential projects. Boral's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, as it continually seeks to enhance its product offerings and reduce environmental impact.
With a strong market position, Boral has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into international markets and a focus on advanced manufacturing techniques. This dedication to quality and service has solidified Boral's reputation as a trusted partner in the construction sector.
-8 vs industry average
Boral’s score of 18 is lower than 38% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Cement Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Cement Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Boral's reported carbon emissions
Boral, headquartered in Australia, has reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. In 2023, their total emissions were approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions and 1.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions. For the 2022 reporting year, Boral disclosed total emissions of approximately 3.21 billion kg CO2e. This included 1.33 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 283 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. Their Scope 1 and 2 combined emissions for 2022 were approximately 1.61 billion kg CO2e. In 2021, Boral's total emissions were approximately 3.01 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions accounted for 1.32 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 for 290 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 for 1.41 billion kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 1.61 billion kg CO2e. Boral has established climate commitments, including near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C pathway. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by Fiscal Year 2030, using a FY2019 base year. Additionally, Boral commits to reducing Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 22% per tonne of cementitious material by FY2030. These targets cover biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Boral also has a long-term net-zero commitment by 2050. The emissions data and reduction targets for Boral are cascaded from Boral Limited, their ultimate parent company, with a cascade level of 1.
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Boral’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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