GRAHAM Gains SBTi Validation, Advancing Climate Leadership in Construction with Ambitious Net Zero Goals

GRAHAM Gains SBTi Validation, Advancing Climate Leadership in Construction with Ambitious Net Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its net zero greenhouse gas reduction targets, aligning its climate goals with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target. This endorsement positions GRAHAM among a select few in the construction sector meeting SBTi’s rigorous Corporate Net-Zero Standard. Group CEO Andrew Bill and Environmental Sustainability Head Lianne Taylor emphasize the importance of this validation in solidifying GRAHAM’s commitment to decarbonization, through renewable energy sourcing, fossil fuel reduction on sites, and value chain support. GRAHAM continues to prioritize transparency and credibility with third-party verifications, like PAS 2080 and Achilles Carbon Reduce.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 2-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — GRAHAM has marked a pivotal achievement on its path to net zero by securing validation for its greenhouse gas reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This endorsement confirms that GRAHAM’s climate objectives are aligned with the latest scientific standards, supporting the Paris Agreement’s mission to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

As a globally respected authority on corporate climate action, the SBTi upholds rigorous standards in its validation process, ensuring that companies’ targets are ambitious yet attainable. By obtaining this validation, GRAHAM joins an exclusive group of companies in the construction sector committed to the SBTi’s Corporate Net-Zero Standard, demonstrating a proactive stance in addressing climate change.

Andrew Bill, Group Chief Executive Officer at GRAHAM, expressed his pride in achieving this milestone, stating, “We are very proud to have our science-based net zero targets validated by SBTi. Whilst there is still much to do to address the urgency of the climate crisis, we are pleased to have demonstrated the effectiveness of our approach to the SBTi. This represents a key step for us within our ambition to transition our business to Net Zero, while delivering lasting impact to our clients and communities.”

Lianne Taylor, Head of Environmental Sustainability at GRAHAM, echoed this sentiment: “We are thrilled to be moving forward with our robust SBTi net zero targets. Aligning with the SBTi Corporate Net Zero Standard helps to ensure that our approach is credible, transparent, and science-based.”

To fulfill these ambitious climate commitments, GRAHAM is deploying various innovative decarbonisation strategies. These include:

• Reducing fossil fuel use on construction sites through efficiency improvements, the adoption of new technologies, and alternative fuel sources.
• Sourcing renewable electricity.
• Engaging in collaborative efforts, training, and outreach to facilitate the net zero transition.
• Constructing future-ready buildings and infrastructure that minimize environmental impact.
• Lowering the carbon footprint associated with business-related transportation.
• Assisting partners and stakeholders across the value chain in their emissions reduction efforts.
• Enhancing systems for tracking, collecting, and reducing scope 3 emissions.
• Prioritizing nature-based solutions.
• Ensuring continued credibility through external verification to PAS 2080, Achilles Carbon Reduce, and the SBTi.

For further details, GRAHAM’s Carbon Reduction Plan can be found at: Carbon Reduction Plan.

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SOURCE: GRAHAM Group