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Balsan

Balsan, a leading name in the flooring industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1970, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the design and manufacture of high-quality carpet tiles and broadloom carpets, catering to both commercial and residential sectors. Balsan's core offerings include innovative textile solutions that combine aesthetics with functionality, making them a preferred choice for architects and interior designers. Their commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices sets them apart in a competitive market. With numerous accolades for design excellence, Balsan continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in creating inspiring spaces.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Balsan's score of 25 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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Balsan's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Balsan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,126,000 kg CO2e, comprising 718,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions by 30% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Balsan's dedication to aligning its operations with industry standards for climate action. In 2021, Balsan's emissions were higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 980,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 11,000 kg CO2e, indicating a need for significant reductions. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data for 2021, but the 2022 figures highlight the importance of addressing upstream and downstream emissions in their overall strategy. Balsan's carbon intensity for Scope 1 and 2 combined was reported at 0.98 kg CO2e per million euros of revenue in 2022, demonstrating a focus on improving efficiency alongside emissions reductions. The company is committed to transparency and has made its emissions data publicly available through sustainability reports. Overall, Balsan's climate commitments and reduction targets position it as a proactive player in the building products sector, aiming to contribute positively to global climate goals.

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Scope 1
980,000
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Scope 2
11,000
0,000
Scope 3
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000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Balsan's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Balsan is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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