Howdens Joinery
Howdens Joinery, a leading manufacturer and supplier of kitchen and joinery products, is headquartered in GB. Established in 1995, the company has grown significantly, becoming a prominent player in the UK’s home improvement sector. With a strong operational presence across England, Scotland, and Wales, Howdens is renowned for its high-quality, bespoke kitchen designs and joinery solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including fitted kitchens, cabinetry, and flooring, all distinguished by their exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. Howdens Joinery is committed to providing trade professionals with reliable products and services, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. As a market leader, Howdens has achieved notable milestones, including a robust network of depots and a reputation for quality that sets it apart in the competitive joinery industry.
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Howdens Joinery's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Howdens Joinery reported total carbon emissions of approximately 762,068,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 37,478,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,205,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 762,068,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 881,241,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 39,528,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 1,266,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Howdens has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in all emissions by 2050, including growth. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Additionally, the company aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 30% in 2021 to 100% by 2027. The company’s targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms their alignment with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Howdens is committed to reducing its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has introduced new CO2 emission targets for its distribution fleet, aiming for a 15% reduction by 2026 against a 2021 baseline. Overall, Howdens Joinery is actively working towards significant emissions reductions across all scopes, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,599,000 | 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 | 28,148,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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