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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.
87
DitchCarbon score
+54 vs industry average
Kingspan’s score of 87 is higher than 90% 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
High
Clay Construction Products has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.505
20182025
The Clay Construction Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Kingspan's reported carbon emissions
Kingspan, headquartered in IE and operating in the bricks, tiles, and construction products industry, reported total emissions of approximately 7.4 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 239.3 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 20.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 7.06 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions was purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 6.3 billion kg CO2e.
Looking at historical data, Kingspan's total emissions have shown a downward trend from approximately 10.57 billion kg CO2e in 2021, to 10.47 billion kg CO2e in 2022, 9.13 billion kg CO2e in 2023, and 7.99 billion kg CO2e in 2024.
Kingspan Group plc has set ambitious climate commitments. It aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, a target classified as 1.5°C by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Near-term targets include:
- A 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2020 base year (as per SBTi, also referencing Kingspan Group plc). Other internal targets state a 65% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
- A 42% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 2030 from a 2020 base year (SBTi, Kingspan Group plc).
- Achieving net-zero carbon manufacturing (Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions) by 2030.
- A 23.5% Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reduction from 2024 to 2025.
- A 60% direct renewable energy target by 2030.
- Zero emission company cars by 2025.
Long-term net-zero targets (SBTi, Kingspan Group plc) for 2050 include a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 GHG emissions from a 2020 base year.
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Kingspan’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Kingspan Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2020 base year.
On track90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Kingspan Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2020 base year.
On track90%
2030
65% reduction in Scope 2
Kingspan Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 65% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
On track65%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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