Rightmove Sustainability Profile
Rightmove plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading online property portal that has transformed the UK real estate market since its inception in 2000. With a strong presence across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Rightmove connects millions of buyers, sellers, and renters with a vast array of residential and commercial properties. The platform offers unique features such as advanced search filters, virtual tours, and comprehensive market insights, making it an invaluable resource for property seekers. Rightmove's commitment to innovation has solidified its position as the UK's largest property website, boasting over 1.5 million listings at any given time. With a focus on user experience and data-driven solutions, Rightmove continues to set the standard in the property industry, helping users navigate the complexities of the housing market with ease.
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Rightmove's score of 74 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Rightmove's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rightmove plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,051,560 kg CO2e globally, with 128,560 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 87,130 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 6,923,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, their emissions totalled about 5,220,510 kg CO2e, comprising 112,420 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 95,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,012,690 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Rightmove has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 47.6% by 2030, relative to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they target a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, the company commits to a 42% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the goal of achieving net-zero emissions across their value chain by 2040. Rightmove's emissions data and reduction targets reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, positioning the company as a responsible player in the software and services sector in the UK.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 112,420 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 85,700 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,012,690 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Rightmove's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Rightmove's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 38% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 70% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Rightmove's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Rightmove has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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