- Inflationary pressures restricting disposable incomes and affecting footfall and revenue.
- Significant cost increases in food & beverage, wages, and insurance.
- Exceptionally poor weather during key summer trading months.
- Disruption caused by train strikes and a fire at the Royal Albion Hotel.
- Weak trading in the Bars division due to economic and social pressures.
- Subdued trading in early 2024 due to high interest rates and living costs, and unhelpful weather conditions.
The Brighton Pier Group plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, The Brighton Pier Group plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 949.6 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 location-based). By scope: Scope 1: 195.1 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 754.5 tCO2e/year (location-based). 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
949.6 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 location-based)
2023
Renewable Energy
98%
of total energy
Energy Use
4.7K MWh/year
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). | 195.1 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 754.5 tCO2e/year (location-based) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 98% of the Group’s electricity was provided under green tariffs during 2023 (2022: 100%).
- Lightwater Valley uses eco-friendly biomass heating systems.
- Lightwater Valley is situated adjacent to third-party operated solar arrays, which directly provide up to 40% of the park's electricity needs.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Carbon neutral (Scope 1 & 2 emissions only) by 2030
📅 Medium-term
- Net Zero (Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions) by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeEmployee wellbeing and development (including diversity and inclusion)CustomersLocal communities