Big Yellow
Big Yellow Group PLC, commonly known as Big Yellow, is a leading self-storage provider headquartered in Guildford, GB. Established in 1998, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the self-storage industry, with numerous locations across the UK, including major cities like London and Manchester. Big Yellow offers a range of storage solutions tailored for both personal and business needs, featuring secure, flexible, and accessible units. Their commitment to customer service and innovative technology sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Big Yellow has achieved notable milestones, including a successful public listing and consistent growth in customer base, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in self-storage.
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Big Yellow's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Big Yellow reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,251,200 kg CO2e, comprising 114,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,136,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 554,100 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (150,500 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (183,600 kg CO2e). Big Yellow has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using a fiscal year 2020 baseline. This target aligns with their commitment to the UK Government's Net Zero by 2050 goal. Furthermore, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and fuel and energy-related activities by 61.1% per square foot within the same timeframe. In previous years, Big Yellow achieved a 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2020 from a 2011 baseline. They are also targeting a 60% decrease in energy intensity by 2030 from the same baseline. These initiatives reflect Big Yellow's commitment to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint in the real estate sector.
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| 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 184,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,758,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 544,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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