Kingspan Group plc, headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a leading player in the bricks, tiles, and construction products industry, specialising in baked clay materials. Founded in 1965, Kingspan has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable building solutions, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia.
The company offers a diverse range of core products, including high-performance insulation, roofing systems, and innovative building materials that prioritise energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. Kingspan's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to green building practices and energy-efficient construction.
With numerous awards and certifications, Kingspan continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving advancements in construction technology and sustainable design.
+54 vs industry average
Kingspan’s score of 82 is higher than 88% 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
Clay Construction Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Clay Construction Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 8% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kingspan's reported carbon emissions
Kingspan, headquartered in Ireland and operating in the bricks, tiles and construction products sector, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years, with total emissions of approximately 7.4 billion kg CO2e in 2025 and approximately 8.0 billion kg CO2e in 2024. In 2023, their total emissions were around 9.1 billion kg CO2e, and in 2022, they were approximately 10.5 billion kg CO2e.
The company's climate commitments include ambitious reduction targets. Kingspan has pledged to achieve net-zero carbon manufacturing by 2030. Specifically, they commit to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030, from a 2020 base year. Furthermore, they aim for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions, focusing on purchased goods and services, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, within the same timeframe.
For the longer term, Kingspan has committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, both from a 2020 base year.
In terms of operational progress, there was a 23.5% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions observed between 2024 and 2025. Kingspan also has a target for zero-emission company cars by 2025. They are working towards 60% direct renewable energy usage by 2030.
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Kingspan’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2025
23.5% reduction in all scopes
23.5% Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reduction from 2024 to 2025.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2025
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