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Crest Nicholson

Crest Nicholson Holdings plc, commonly known as Crest Nicholson, is a prominent UK-based housebuilder headquartered in the heart of Great Britain. Established in 1963, the company has built a strong reputation in the residential property sector, focusing on the development of high-quality homes across England and Wales. With a commitment to sustainability and innovative design, Crest Nicholson offers a diverse range of properties, including apartments, townhouses, and family homes. Their unique approach combines modern living with eco-friendly practices, setting them apart in the competitive housing market. Recognised for their excellence, Crest Nicholson has achieved numerous awards and accolades, solidifying their position as a leader in the industry. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and community development continues to drive their success in the ever-evolving property landscape.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

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Crest Nicholson's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Crest Nicholson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,048,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,848,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 202,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 30,033,400 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products and upstream transportation. Crest Nicholson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045, using 2019 as the baseline year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by 55% per square metre of completed floor area within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2045. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Crest Nicholson's commitment to sustainable practices in the homebuilding sector, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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2,134,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Crest Nicholson's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Crest Nicholson is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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