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KB Home, a leading name in the real estate services industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major regions including California, Texas, and Florida. Founded in 1957, the company has established itself as a pioneer in homebuilding, focusing on energy-efficient and sustainable living solutions.
Specialising in the construction of single-family homes, KB Home offers a unique approach by allowing customers to personalise their homes, ensuring that each residence meets individual needs and preferences. With a commitment to quality and innovation, KB Home has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted choice for homebuyers. The company continues to thrive in a competitive market, driven by its dedication to customer satisfaction and sustainable practices.
37
DitchCarbon score
+8 vs industry average
Kb Home’s score of 37 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.221
20182025
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kb Home's reported carbon emissions
KB Home, a US-based real estate services company, reported Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion of 2,199,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of 10,271,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products of 1,513,787,000 kg CO2e in 2025.
In 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion were 2,163,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) were 10,295,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 from the use of sold products were 2,198,900,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Scope 1 mobile combustion emissions were 2,089,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) were 12,088,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 from the use of sold products were 3,706,080,000 kg CO2e.
KB Home aims for an 8% reduction in annual GHG emissions of a 2025 KB home compared to a 2020 KB home for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This translates to an expected reduction of approximately 0.5 metric tonnes per year from the use of a KB home built in 2025 by lowering the average HERS score from 50 in 2020 to a target of 45 by 2025. KB Home has previously committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for near-term targets, though this commitment has since been removed.
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Kb Home’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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