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Richmond American Homes

Richmond American Homes, a prominent player in the residential construction industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1977, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including the West, Southwest, and Southeast. Specialising in the design and construction of single-family homes, Richmond American is known for its commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative designs. The company offers a diverse range of homes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets, which sets it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on customer satisfaction and energy-efficient building practices, Richmond American Homes has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted homebuilder. As a leader in the industry, the company continues to shape communities and create lasting value for homeowners.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Richmond American Homes'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.

27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Richmond American Homes's score of 27 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Richmond American Homes's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Richmond American Homes reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,669,341,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,107,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and fugitive emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of around 2,572,000 kg CO2e, which are attributed to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions fall under Scope 3, amounting to approximately 2,665,662,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services, as well as the use of sold products. Over the years, Richmond American Homes has seen an increase in total emissions, with figures rising from about 1,740,109,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 2,669,341,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite this increase, the company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. Richmond American Homes is committed to addressing climate change, although specific pledges or targets have not been outlined. The company operates within the construction industry, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, reflecting a broader trend towards environmental responsibility.

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Scope 1
1,137,000
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Scope 2
2,428,000
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Scope 3
1,736,545,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Richmond American Homes's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Richmond American Homes is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Richmond American Homes 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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