NHBC
The National House Building Council (NHBC), headquartered in GB, is a leading provider of warranty and insurance services for new homes in the UK. Established in 1936, NHBC has played a pivotal role in setting standards for house building, ensuring quality and safety across the industry. With a focus on new residential developments, NHBC offers a range of services including building control, warranty insurance, and technical guidance, making it a trusted partner for builders and homeowners alike. Operating primarily across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, NHBC is renowned for its commitment to promoting high standards in house construction. The organisation has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the NHBC Buildmark warranty, which is unique in its comprehensive coverage. As a market leader, NHBC continues to influence the housing sector, ensuring that new homes are built to last.
DitchCarbon Score
How does NHBC'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.
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Industry Benchmark
NHBC's score of 41 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NHBC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NHBC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,000,600 kg CO2e, comprising 1,520,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,796,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services. This marked a significant reduction from 2020, where total emissions were about 2,238,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2024, NHBC further reduced its emissions to approximately 3,000,300 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,053,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,300 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions dropping to 1,968,000 kg CO2e. This demonstrates a commitment to reducing carbon footprints across all scopes, particularly in Scope 3 emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, NHBC's ongoing efforts to decrease emissions reflect a proactive approach to climate commitments within the building industry in Great Britain.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,203,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 380,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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NHBC 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.
