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.
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.
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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.
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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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,107,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,229,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 551,749,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
George Wimpey plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 226% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
George Wimpey plc 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.