D.R. Horton, Inc., often referred to simply as D.R. Horton, is a leading homebuilder headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the South, West, and Midwest. Specialising in residential construction, D.R. Horton offers a diverse range of homes, from entry-level to luxury properties, catering to various buyer needs. With a commitment to quality and innovation, D.R. Horton stands out in the industry through its unique approach to home design and construction. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised as the largest homebuilder in the United States by volume. Its core services encompass homebuilding, land development, and mortgage financing, positioning D.R. Horton as a comprehensive solution for homebuyers.
How does D R Horton's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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D R Horton's score of 40 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, D.R. Horton reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 113,516,000 kg CO2e, comprising 55,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 58,216,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 153,248,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 80,836,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 72,412,000 kg CO2e. D.R. Horton has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This target reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future focus. Overall, D.R. Horton's emissions data and reduction initiatives demonstrate a commitment to improving environmental performance and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,899,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,708,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
D R Horton has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

