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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Grainger's score of 46 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Grainger's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Grainger plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,917,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 725,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,080,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 629,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. In previous years, Grainger's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 1,769,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they reached approximately 2,156,000 kg CO2e; and in 2020, emissions were around 1,052,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a general trend of decreasing emissions over the years, particularly from 2021 to 2022. Grainger has not committed to a net-zero target as of now, but it is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives within the real estate sector. The company is focused on improving its GHG intensity metrics, with a reported GHG intensity of 327 kg CO2e per employee in 2023. Overall, Grainger's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to climate commitments, with ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon emissions across all scopes.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 649,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 701,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 377,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Grainger is committed to some 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.
