Places for People, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the housing and regeneration sector, established in 1965. With a strong presence across the UK, the organisation focuses on creating and managing affordable homes, as well as delivering community-focused services. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Places for People offers a diverse range of services, including property development, management, and investment. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its portfolio to over 200,000 homes, positioning itself as a key contributor to the UK housing market. With a reputation for excellence, Places for People continues to enhance communities and improve lives, making it a trusted name in the industry.
How does Places For People'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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Places For People's score of 55 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Places for People reported significant carbon emissions in the UK, totalling approximately 53,370,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile and stationary combustion), 6,099,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (business travel). This data reflects their commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing climate change. The organisation has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, with a remarkable goal of reducing absolute emissions by 97.9% across all scopes. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) protocols, which require substantial reductions in emissions, particularly in the residential buildings sector. The baseline for these reductions is set against the 2023-24 emissions footprint. In 2024, Places for People reported emissions of approximately 41,265 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 7,540 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside 1,031,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The organisation's long-term strategy includes a detailed plan for reducing emissions across various categories, including purchased goods and services, capital goods, and downstream leased assets. Overall, Places for People is committed to a sustainable future, with clear reduction targets and a structured approach to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating leadership in the fight against climate change.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,798,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,445,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 412,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Places For People's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 85% last year and increased by approximately 363% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 4% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Places For People 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.
