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updated 2 months ago

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited Sustainability Profile

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McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of retirement living solutions. Founded in 1977, the company has established a strong presence across the UK, focusing on the development of high-quality retirement communities that cater to the needs of older adults. Specialising in the construction and management of retirement apartments and bungalows, McCarthy & Stone is renowned for its commitment to creating vibrant, supportive environments that promote independent living. Their unique approach combines modern design with tailored services, ensuring residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. With a significant market position, McCarthy & Stone has received numerous accolades for its innovative developments and customer service excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the retirement living sector.

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How does McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited'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.

21

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

Industry Benchmark

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited's score of 21 is lower 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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McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,920,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10,006,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 7,672,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1,242,000 kg CO2e. However, there is no emissions data available for 2019, and the company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or climate commitments. As a current subsidiary, McCarthy & Stone's emissions data may be influenced by its corporate family structure, but no specific cascading data from a parent organization has been provided. The company has not reported any initiatives related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, while McCarthy & Stone has made strides in reporting its emissions, further commitments and reduction initiatives are necessary to enhance its climate strategy.

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2018
Scope 1
10,006,000
Scope 2
7,672,000
Scope 3
1,242,000

How Carbon Intensive is McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited's primary industry is Construction Work, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited'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 McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 7% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 93% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2018
Business Travel
93%
Waste Generated in Operations
7%

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited'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.

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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