D R Horton
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.
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Industry Benchmark
D R Horton's score of 22 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
D R Horton's reported carbon emissions
D.R. Horton, headquartered in the US, has reported its carbon emissions data for the years 2019 to 2022. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 127,219,000 kg CO2e, comprising 64,701,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 62,518,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight increase from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 114,178,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 67,256,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 57,787,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, D.R. Horton reported total emissions of approximately 96,890,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 50,029,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 51,958,000 kg CO2e. The 2019 figures were slightly lower, with total emissions around 78,935,000 kg CO2e, including 36,706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 42,229,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these figures, D.R. Horton has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. As the housing sector faces increasing scrutiny regarding sustainability, D.R. Horton’s future climate commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,706,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,229,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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D R Horton is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
