- Gathering and managing emissions data in a decentralised operating model.
- Tracking scope 3 emissions across multiple geographies.
- Decentralised procurement model impacting supply chain sustainability efforts.
Howden Group Holdings
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Howden Group Holdings disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.2K tCO2e (UK only). By scope: Scope 1: 242.4 tCO2e (UK only); Scope 2: 1.7K tCO2e (UK only); Scope 3: 199.9 tCO2e (UK only). 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
2.2K tCO2e (UK only)
2023
Waste
639 kg recycled, 1,199 kg remarkedted (UK only)
2023
Energy Use
10.4M kWh (UK only)
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). | 242.4 tCO2e (UK only) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.7K tCO2e (UK only) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 199.9 tCO2e (UK only) |
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 | 2.2K tCO2e (UK only) |
| 2022 | 6.1K tCO2e (UK only) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Implemented Salesforce’s Net Zero Cloud to track and manage emissions data.
- Expanded specialist central sustainability team to improve environmental performance management.
- Partnered with Seven Clean Seas, removing 287,532kg of plastic waste.
- Supported carbon offset projects across multiple geographies.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Develop and set credible net-zero goals and implement robust carbon reduction plans.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Governance and business integrityEnvironmental managementDiversity and inclusionWellbeingLegal, compliance and riskData and cyber securitySupply chain and ethicsClimate Risk and ResilienceEnabling the energy transitionSupporting urban resilience planningHelping vulnerable communities financially prepare for the future