Saint Gobain
Saint-Gobain, officially known as Compagnie de Saint-Gobain, is a global leader in the construction and building materials industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1665, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into various international markets and the development of innovative materials. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Saint-Gobain operates across multiple sectors, including insulation, glass, and construction products. Its core offerings, such as high-performance insulation solutions and advanced glass technologies, are distinguished by their sustainability and energy efficiency. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, Saint-Gobain has consistently maintained a prominent market position, earning accolades for its contributions to sustainable building practices and environmental stewardship.
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Saint Gobain's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Saint Gobain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,916,807,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 7,628,642,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 856,282,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 33,259,233,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 7,738,985,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at about 1,088,365,000 kg CO2e. The 2022 emissions were lower, at around 29,785,225,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 8,396,326,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 1,406,043,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Saint Gobain has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Saint Gobain's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, but further details on specific reduction strategies or targets would enhance understanding of their long-term climate goals.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,396,326,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,406,043,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Saint Gobain is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
