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
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NHBC's score of 21 is higher than 90% 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 notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 emissions at about 1,377,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and no Scope 3 data reported. In 2024, NHBC's emissions decreased 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 from purchased goods and services at 1,968,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in overall emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 3. Despite these fluctuations, NHBC has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| 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.
