Balder Sustainability Profile
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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Balder's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Fastighets AB Balder reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1231,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 42,602,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 129,906,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 1,375,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 47,605,000 kg CO2e in the same year. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year, which translates to a 50% reduction in absolute emissions. Furthermore, Balder is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2045, targeting a 90% reduction from 2022 levels. Balder's Scope 3 emissions, which are the most significant at approximately 129,906,000 kg CO2e, are also a focus, with a commitment to reduce these emissions by 55% per square metre of lettable area by 2030. The company’s targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction strategies are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Balder's climate strategy reflects a robust commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction, with clear targets and a structured approach to achieving significant long-term reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
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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 |
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Balder's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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