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Construction Work
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George Wimpey plc

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George Wimpey plc, a prominent name in the UK construction and housebuilding industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1880, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in residential development across major operational regions, including England, Scotland, and Wales. Specialising in the construction of high-quality homes, George Wimpey is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovative design. The company offers a diverse range of properties, from affordable housing to luxury developments, catering to various market segments. With a strong market position, George Wimpey has achieved numerous accolades for its construction excellence and customer satisfaction. Its legacy of quality and reliability continues to set it apart in the competitive landscape of the UK housing market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does George Wimpey plc'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.

87

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

George Wimpey plc's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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George Wimpey plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Taylor Wimpey plc

George Wimpey plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Taylor Wimpey plc, which means that any emissions data or climate commitments may be inherited from its parent organization. As part of its climate strategy, George Wimpey plc aligns with the initiatives and targets set by Taylor Wimpey plc. However, there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges available for George Wimpey plc at this time. The company is expected to follow the broader commitments made by Taylor Wimpey plc, which may include industry-standard climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). In summary, while George Wimpey plc does not have specific emissions data or reduction targets to report, it is positioned within a corporate family that is actively engaged in climate commitments through Taylor Wimpey plc. Further details on their climate initiatives may be derived from the parent company's disclosures.

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14,229,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. George Wimpey plc's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 George Wimpey plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

George Wimpey plc is not participating in any 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
Reduction Actions

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