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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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79

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Bellway's score of 79 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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Bellway's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bellway reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,018,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 1,005,418,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13,590,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 637,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were around 1,544,385,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,116,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 1,446,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 1,544,385,000 kg CO2e. Bellway has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by FY2030 from a FY2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of completed floor area by FY2030, which translates to a 37% absolute reduction. Notably, Bellway plans to transition its company car fleet to 100% electric or hybrid vehicles by July 2025, further supporting its sustainability goals. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Bellway's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bellway's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Bellway is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bellway is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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