Balder, officially known as Fastighets AB Balder, is a prominent player in the real estate industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland, establishing a strong presence in the Nordic property market. Specialising in residential and commercial properties, Balder is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s portfolio includes a diverse range of properties, from modern apartments to office spaces, each designed to meet the evolving needs of tenants. Balder's innovative approach to property management and development has positioned it as a leader in the sector, earning accolades for its customer-centric services and sustainable practices. With a focus on long-term value creation, Balder continues to shape the future of real estate in the Nordic region.
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In 2024, Fastighets AB Balder reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 142,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,231,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 42,602,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 129,906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 182,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,375,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 47,605,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 182,356,000 kg CO2e. Balder has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target represents a 50% reduction in absolute emissions. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2045, with a long-term goal of reducing total emissions by 90% from the 2022 baseline. The near-term targets also include a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of lettable area by 2030. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Balder's dedication to sustainable practices within the real estate sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 221,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,937,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Balder has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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