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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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 22 is higher than 86% 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
In 2022, D.R. Horton reported total carbon emissions of 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 decrease 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. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, D.R. Horton continues to report its emissions data, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The emissions per home/unit closed have varied, with figures around 1,510 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,370 kg CO2e in 2021, reflecting the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint in the housing sector.
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| 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.
