Grafton has committed to being net zero by 2050.

Grafton has committed to being net zero by 2050.

We have committed to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050 and have received validation by the Science-Based Targets initiative of this target and the associated near and long-term targets.  

The Science Based Targets initiative has validated that the science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions target(s) submitted by Grafton Group plc conform with the SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard.

SBTi has classified Grafton Group plc’s scope 1 and 2 target ambition as in line with a 1.5 °C trajectory.

  • Overall net zero target: Grafton Group plc commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050
  • Near-term target: Grafton Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 48.5% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. Grafton Group plc also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG from use of sold products covering sold fossil fuels 42% within the same timeframe. Grafton Group plc further commits to reduce all other absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 42% within the same timeframe
  • Long-term target: Grafton Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year. Grafton Group plc also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe