Sanctuary, officially known as Sanctuary Group, is a leading provider of housing and care services based in Great Britain. Founded in 1994, the company has established a strong presence across the UK, focusing on delivering high-quality residential and supported living solutions. Specialising in affordable housing, care homes, and community support, Sanctuary is recognised for its commitment to enhancing the lives of its residents. The company’s unique approach combines innovative design with a person-centred ethos, ensuring that each service is tailored to individual needs. With a robust market position, Sanctuary has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the housing and care sectors, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider. As it continues to expand its operations, Sanctuary remains dedicated to fostering inclusive communities and improving the quality of life for those it serves.
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In 2025, Sanctuary reported total carbon emissions of approximately 41,474,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions (about 39,503,000 kg CO2e) and Scope 2 emissions (about 1,178,000 kg CO2e). The organization also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 426,770,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. Sanctuary has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to halve operational carbon emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the organization is committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the UN-backed ‘Race to Zero’ campaign. In terms of recent achievements, Sanctuary has reported a 38% absolute reduction in operational carbon emissions since the 2019/2020 baseline year, demonstrating progress towards its near-term goals. The organization’s emissions data is sourced directly from Sanctuary Housing Association, ensuring accuracy and accountability in its climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 37,071,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,497,000 | - | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Sanctuary's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Sanctuary 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.

