Costain
Costain Group PLC, commonly known as Costain, is a leading UK-based engineering solutions provider headquartered in GB. Founded in 1865, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in infrastructure, Costain focuses on sectors such as transportation, water, and energy, delivering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and efficiency. With a commitment to digital transformation and smart technology, Costain offers unique services that set it apart in the industry. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to major infrastructure projects, which solidify its market position as a trusted partner in the engineering sector. Through its dedication to safety and sustainability, Costain continues to drive progress in the UK’s infrastructure landscape.
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Costain's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Costain reported total carbon emissions of approximately 278,218,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,772,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 888,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 272,558,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 281,355,000 kg CO2e. Costain has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, a similar reduction target of 42% by 2030 has also been established. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, again using 2021 as the baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Costain's project-wide carbon reduction initiatives are on track to achieve a 40% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2025, further demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and climate action within the construction and engineering sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,001,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,578,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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