M J Gleeson Sustainability Profile
M J Gleeson, officially known as M J Gleeson PLC, is a prominent player in the UK housing and land development sector, headquartered in GB. Founded in 1903, the company has established itself as a leader in the construction industry, focusing on affordable housing and strategic land development across England and Wales. With a commitment to delivering high-quality homes, M J Gleeson is renowned for its unique approach to building affordable housing that meets the needs of local communities. The company’s core services include residential development and land promotion, which have positioned it favourably in a competitive market. Notable achievements include a strong track record of sustainable development and a growing portfolio of successful projects, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.
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M J Gleeson's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, MJ Gleeson PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 274.7 million kg CO2e, comprising 3,080,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 256,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 271,404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 273.3 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, MJ Gleeson aims for a 58.1% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of completed floor area within the same timeframe. Long-term commitments include achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, with a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 97% per square metre by 2050, both from a 2022 baseline. The company also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. MJ Gleeson’s climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures and commitments are independently sourced from MJ Gleeson PLC.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 397,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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M J Gleeson's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
M J Gleeson's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 12% since 2022, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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M J Gleeson's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
M J Gleeson has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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