Bellway
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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Bellway's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bellway reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 1,544,385,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 15,116,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,446,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,543,845,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, Bellway aims to achieve a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of completed floor area by FY2030, which translates to a 37% absolute reduction. For 2022, Bellway's emissions were reported as 1,625,805,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 16,696,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,709,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has also pledged that its company car fleet will be 100% electric or hybrid by July 2025, further supporting its climate commitments. Bellway's GHG intensity metrics indicate that in 2023, the GHG intensity per home sold was about 1,700 kg CO2e, while the intensity per employee was approximately 6,100 kg CO2e. These figures reflect the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint across its operations. Overall, Bellway's climate strategy aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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