Grainger
Grainger plc, a leading residential property owner and developer, is headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB. Established in 1912, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on the UK’s rental market and expanding its operations across major cities, including London and Manchester. Grainger is renowned for its commitment to high-quality rental homes, offering a diverse portfolio that includes build-to-rent developments and regeneration projects. Its unique approach combines sustainability with innovative design, setting it apart in the competitive property sector. With a strong market position, Grainger has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its customer service and sustainability initiatives. As a trusted name in the industry, Grainger continues to shape the future of residential living in the UK.
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Grainger's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Grainger plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 43,400 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 111,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including approximately 43,545,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 21,312,000 kg CO2e from downstream leased assets. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined (location-based) reached about 1,757,000 kg CO2e. Grainger has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from capital goods and downstream leased assets by 51.6% per square metre of residential gross internal area within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, Grainger's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 emissions recorded at approximately 699,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,050,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company is committed to transparency and has disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate accountability.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 701,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 198,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 104,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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