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Vistry Sustainability Profile

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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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89

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Vistry's score of 89 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vistry's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Vistry Group reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 2,218,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 18,484,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,013,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 2,184,971,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the use of sold products contributing about 1,443,892,000 kg CO2e. Vistry has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. This translates to a target of reducing emissions to approximately 23,014,000 kg CO2e by 2026. Additionally, Vistry is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, with long-term targets including a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square meter of completed housing by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Vistry's commitment to sustainable practices in the homebuilding sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change.

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2021202220232024
Scope 1
14,911,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
2,774,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,560,506,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Vistry's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vistry's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Vistry's Location?

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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. This request for Vistry is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Vistry's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Vistry's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 40% since 2021, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
66%
Capital Goods
26%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
3%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Vistry'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.

Vistry 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.

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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