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M J Gleeson Sustainability Profile

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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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88

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

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M J Gleeson's score of 88 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 273.2 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 to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, with a near-term target of reducing Scope 3 emissions by 58.1% per square metre of completed floor area within the same timeframe. The company also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by the end of 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices in the homebuilding sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
800,000
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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

How Carbon Intensive is M J Gleeson's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. M J Gleeson's primary industry is Construction Work, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is M J Gleeson's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for M J Gleeson is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
69%
Purchased Goods and Services
27%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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