Taylor Wimpey
Taylor Wimpey plc, a leading UK housebuilder, is headquartered in GB and operates extensively across England, Scotland, and Wales. Founded in 1880, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the residential construction industry, focusing on the development of high-quality homes and sustainable communities. Specialising in both private and affordable housing, Taylor Wimpey is renowned for its commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative design. The company’s unique approach includes a range of properties, from first-time buyer homes to luxury developments, catering to diverse market needs. With a strong market position, Taylor Wimpey has achieved numerous accolades for its construction quality and sustainability initiatives. As a trusted name in the industry, the company continues to shape the future of housing in the UK, delivering homes that meet the evolving demands of modern living.
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Taylor Wimpey's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Taylor Wimpey reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions of approximately 1,800,618,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 11,787,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,218,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a staggering Scope 3 total of around 1,800,612,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 36% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per 100 m² of completed floor area by 2025, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, Taylor Wimpey is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2045. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of about 1,922,202,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 14,275,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,628,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 1,922,220,000 kg CO2e. Taylor Wimpey has also committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, relative to the 2019 baseline, which translates to a 52.8% reduction per 100 m² of completed floor area. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the homebuilding sector in Great Britain.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,107,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,229,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 551,749,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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