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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In 2024, MJ Gleeson PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 274,979,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 271,404,000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 1 emissions were about 3,080,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 256,000 kg CO2e (market-based). MJ Gleeson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2032, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 58.1% per square metre of completed floor area within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2050, with a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 97% per square metre by the same year. The company is committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. MJ Gleeson’s emissions data is sourced directly from the company, with no cascading from a parent organization.
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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 |
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.
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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