Coventry Building Society, one of the largest building societies in the UK, is headquartered in Coventry, GB. Established in 1884, it has a rich history of providing financial services, primarily focusing on savings accounts, mortgages, and insurance products. The society has consistently prioritised customer satisfaction, which has contributed to its strong market position and reputation for reliability. With a commitment to mutuality, Coventry Building Society offers unique products tailored to meet the needs of its members, including competitive mortgage rates and innovative savings solutions. Over the years, it has achieved significant milestones, such as being recognised for its customer service excellence and maintaining a robust financial standing. Operating mainly in the West Midlands and beyond, Coventry Building Society continues to play a vital role in the UK financial landscape.
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In 2024, Coventry Building Society reported total carbon emissions of approximately 701,112,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 338,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,180,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 701,112,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily encompass purchased goods and services (17,408,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the total emissions were about 709,981,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction. The Society has achieved a notable 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2020 to 2023, demonstrating its commitment to climate action. Looking ahead, Coventry Building Society has set ambitious targets, aiming for Net Zero for Scope 3 upstream emissions by 2030 and a comprehensive Net Zero across all scopes by 2040. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 43% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. These commitments reflect the Society's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 671,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 80,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 724,628,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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