Bellway plc, a prominent name in the UK housebuilding industry, is headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as one of the largest residential developers in the country, with a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales. Bellway is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of homes, from affordable housing to luxury developments. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovative design, Bellway has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its construction standards and community contributions. The company’s unique approach to housebuilding, which emphasises both aesthetic appeal and environmental responsibility, has solidified its market position. As a trusted name in the industry, Bellway continues to shape the future of residential living in the UK.
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In 2024, Bellway reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,000,541,800 kg CO2e for Scope 3, with no data available for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In the previous year, 2023, their Scope 3 emissions were about 1,544,385,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 16,562,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in Scope 3 emissions year-on-year. Bellway has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the base year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions by 55% per square metre of completed floor area by FY2030, which translates to a 37% absolute reduction. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the 1.5°C pathway. To further their sustainability efforts, Bellway plans to transition their company car fleet to 100% electric or hybrid vehicles by July 2025, contributing to their overall emissions reduction strategy.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,335,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,509,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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