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Unite

Unite, officially known as Unite Students, is a leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation in Great Britain. Headquartered in Bristol, the company operates across major cities, including London, Manchester, and Birmingham, catering to the diverse needs of students nationwide. Founded in 1991, Unite has established itself as a key player in the student housing sector, achieving significant milestones such as the successful listing on the London Stock Exchange. The company offers a range of high-quality accommodation options, distinguished by their modern amenities and community-focused environments. Unite's commitment to sustainability and student wellbeing sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Unite Students has garnered numerous awards for excellence in service and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted choice for students seeking a supportive living experience.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Unite'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.

41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Unite's score of 41 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

95%

Unite's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Unite Students reported total carbon emissions of approximately 84,876,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,410,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 33,172,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 84,876,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly. Unite Students has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 56% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they aim to increase their annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 60.9% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. Furthermore, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from capital goods by 22% per square metre of property developed by 2030. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Unite Students' dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship in the real estate sector.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
10,669,000
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Scope 2
18,833,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
148,279,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Unite's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. Unite is headquartered in GB, 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.

Unite is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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