Brickworks Sustainability Profile
Brickworks Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a leading player in the building materials industry, renowned for its innovative approach to manufacturing. Established in 1934, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across major regions including New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. Specialising in clay bricks, concrete products, and masonry solutions, Brickworks stands out for its commitment to sustainability and quality. The company’s unique offerings, such as its environmentally friendly production processes and diverse product range, cater to both residential and commercial markets. With a strong market position, Brickworks has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its design excellence and contributions to sustainable building practices. As a trusted name in the industry, Brickworks continues to set benchmarks for quality and innovation in construction materials.
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Brickworks's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Brickworks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 244,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 68,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 312,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. In 2023, Brickworks' global emissions included approximately 290,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 83,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 288,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a significant reliance on upstream and downstream activities. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included about 151,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Brickworks has set long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by investing in the transition to a hydrogen fuel economy. This initiative targets both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a timeframe extending from 2023 to 2050. The company is currently on track for its two-year goals but has not yet met its five-year targets. The emissions data for Brickworks is cascaded from its parent company, Brickworks Limited, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of its environmental impact. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon intensity in brick production, with a reported intensity of approximately 172 kg CO2e per tonne for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2024.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 218,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 100,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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Brickworks's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 44% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Brickworks'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.
Brickworks 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.
