Mears
Mears Group PLC, commonly referred to as Mears, is a leading provider of housing and care services based in the United Kingdom. Headquartered in Gloucester, Mears operates extensively across England, Scotland, and Wales, delivering essential services in the social housing and care sectors. Founded in 1988, the company has achieved significant milestones, including a strong presence in the maintenance and management of social housing. Mears offers a range of core services, including property maintenance, care for the elderly, and support for vulnerable individuals, distinguished by their commitment to quality and community engagement. With a robust market position, Mears has been recognised for its innovative approaches and dedication to improving living conditions, making it a trusted partner for local authorities and housing associations.
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Mears's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mears reported a total of approximately 43510 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 85870 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and 259390 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2, which were substantially higher in 2021 and 2022. For the year 2022, Mears' emissions included about 14187000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 893000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 22285000 kg CO2e in Scope 3. In 2021, the figures were approximately 36397000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 6449000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a positive trend towards reducing their carbon footprint. Despite these reductions, Mears has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or formal climate pledges. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, which was reported at approximately 0.04963 tonnes CO2e per £m revenue in 2021. Overall, Mears is making strides in reducing its carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 2, while continuing to monitor and manage its Scope 3 emissions.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,373,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 734,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 26,004,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Mears 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.
