Berkeley
Berkeley Group Holdings, commonly referred to as Berkeley, is a leading property development company headquartered in Greenford, GB. Established in 1976, the company has made significant strides in the UK housing market, focusing primarily on residential developments across London and the South of England. Berkeley is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and quality, offering a diverse range of homes, from luxury apartments to family houses. The company’s unique approach combines innovative design with a strong emphasis on community and environmental responsibility. With numerous awards for excellence in construction and design, Berkeley has solidified its position as a market leader in the property sector, consistently delivering high-quality developments that meet the evolving needs of homeowners.
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Industry Average
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Berkeley's score of 62 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Berkeley's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Berkeley Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,223,000 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions at about 713,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,520,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, Berkeley Group targets a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and the use of sold products per square foot of legally completed floor area over the same timeframe. In previous years, Berkeley's emissions were significantly higher, with total emissions of about 22,013,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and approximately 26,953,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which are critical for achieving its near-term targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Berkeley Group's commitment to sustainability reflects its recognition of the urgent need to address climate change within the real estate sector, positioning itself as a leader in environmental responsibility in the UK.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,213,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 163,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 870,117,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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