- Lower volumes due to challenging macroeconomic backdrop (higher mortgage rates, economic uncertainty)
- Build cost inflation (c. 8-9% in 2023)
- UK planning system challenges (lengthy processes, uncertainty around local housing plans)
- Labour shortages in the construction industry
- Affordability challenges for first-time buyers
- Legacy building safety remediation works
Persimmon Plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Persimmon Plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 22.0K tCO2e/year (market based). By scope: Scope 1: 21.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 24 tCO2e/year (market based); Scope 3: 1.8M tCO2e/year. 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
22.0K tCO2e/year (market based)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% (REGO backed electricity)
of total energy
Waste
8.29 tons/home sold
2023
Energy Use
100.0K MWh/year (Scope 1) 12887 MWh/year (Scope 2)
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). | 21.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 24 tCO2e/year (market based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 22.0K tCO2e/year (market based) |
| 2021 | 27.7K tCO2e (location based) / 26447 tCO2e (market based) |
| 2017 | 30.8K tonnes CO2e/year |
| 2016 | 32.6K tonnes CO2e |
| 2015 | 31.6K tCO2e/year |
| 2013 | 15.9K tonnes CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions to 21,973 tonnes CO2e (2022: 25,017 tonnes)
- 98% of operational waste recycled (2022: 96%)
- Construction of a second zero-carbon home
- Trial of hybrid diesel generators demonstrating significant diesel usage and cost savings
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce operational carbon emissions by 46% by 2030 (2019 baseline)
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 22% per m2 completed floor area by 2030 (2019 baseline)
📅 Medium-term
- Net zero carbon homes in use by 2030
- Achieve 50% timber frame builds by 2027
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon in operations by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeCommunity EngagementWorkforce Diversity & InclusionBuild Quality & SafetyEthical Supply Chain