Bellway
Bellway plc, a prominent name in the UK housebuilding industry, is headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as one of the largest residential developers in the country, with a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales. Bellway is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of homes, from affordable housing to luxury developments. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovative design, Bellway has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its construction standards and community contributions. The company’s unique approach to housebuilding, which emphasises both aesthetic appeal and environmental responsibility, has solidified its market position. As a trusted name in the industry, Bellway continues to shape the future of residential living in the UK.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bellway'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bellway's score of 45 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bellway's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bellway Homes Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,911,600 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,116,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,446,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled around 1,544,385,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and product use. Bellway has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2030, using FY2019 as a baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, they target a 55% reduction per square metre of completed floor area, which translates to an approximate 37% absolute reduction by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Bellway's commitment to reducing their carbon footprint reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the homebuilding sector, addressing both direct and indirect emissions.
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Add to project| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,335,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,509,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Bellway 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.
