- Unprecedented pressures in the economic environment (energy price spikes, inflation, Brexit impacts).
- Rising cost-of-living and ongoing energy crisis.
- Need to ensure all homes are free of damp and mould.
Your Housing Group (YHG)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Your Housing Group (YHG) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 75.9K tonnes CO2e (FY22). By scope: Scope 1: 8.9K tonnes CO2e; Scope 2: 4.0K tonnes CO2e; Scope 3: 63.0K tonnes CO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
75.9K tonnes CO2e (FY22)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 8.9K tonnes CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 4.0K tonnes CO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 63.0K tonnes CO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved SHIFT SILVER standard with a score of 53.78 out of 80.
- Carried out energy efficiency upgrades to over 1,500 homes utilizing ECO3 funding.
- All newbuild sites achieved EPC B.
- Reduced carbon emissions of the YHG fleet through the use of hybrid vehicles (estimated 52,237KG CO2 saving over four years).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve EPC C rating by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Affordability & securityBuilding safety & qualityResident voiceResident supportPlacemakingClimate ChangeEcologyResource managementStructure & GovernanceBoard & TrusteesEmployee wellbeingSupply Chain management