Vistry Group, commonly referred to as Vistry, is a prominent player in the UK construction and housing sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2009, Vistry has rapidly established itself as a leader in residential development, with a strong presence across England and Wales. The company operates primarily in the housebuilding and construction industries, focusing on creating sustainable communities and high-quality homes. Vistry's core offerings include residential developments, partnerships with local authorities, and innovative design solutions that prioritise sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, which has earned it a solid market position. Notable achievements include various awards for excellence in construction and design, reflecting Vistry's dedication to enhancing the built environment.
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In 2024, Vistry Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,218,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 18,484,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 6,013,000 kg CO2e. The most substantial impact came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 2,184,971,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by the use of sold products (about 1,440,878,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 563,180,000 kg CO2e). Vistry has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 42% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per square metre of completed housing within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of completed housing by the same year. These commitments are part of Vistry's broader strategy to address climate change and align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, ensuring their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,911,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,774,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,560,506,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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