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McCarthy Stone

McCarthy Stone, a leading name in the retirement living sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1977, the company has established itself as a pioneer in creating high-quality, purpose-built retirement communities across the UK, with a strong presence in regions such as the South East and the Midlands. Specialising in the development of retirement apartments and bungalows, McCarthy Stone focuses on providing independent living solutions tailored to the needs of older adults. Their unique approach combines modern design with community-focused amenities, ensuring residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. With numerous awards recognising their commitment to quality and customer service, McCarthy Stone continues to set the standard in the retirement housing market, making it a trusted choice for those seeking a vibrant and supportive living environment.

DitchCarbon Score

How does McCarthy Stone's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

McCarthy Stone's score of 23 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21%

McCarthy Stone's reported carbon emissions

In 2019, McCarthy Stone reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,166,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 7,772,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 4,444,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel, waste generated in operations, and fuel and energy-related activities. In 2018, the company’s emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at about 6,703,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 8,279,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 4,930,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, McCarthy Stone has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments suggests a need for further transparency and action in addressing their environmental impact. As the company operates within the construction and property management sector, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction will be crucial for future climate commitments.

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20182019
Scope 1
6,703,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
8,279,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
4,138,400
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McCarthy Stone's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. McCarthy Stone is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

McCarthy Stone is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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