Boston Properties
Boston Properties, Inc., a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), is headquartered in the United States and primarily operates in major metropolitan regions such as Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. Founded in 1970, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the commercial real estate sector, focusing on the development, ownership, and management of high-quality office spaces and mixed-use properties. With a portfolio that includes iconic buildings and sustainable developments, Boston Properties is recognised for its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. The company has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the largest publicly traded developers in the U.S. Its strategic positioning in key urban markets and dedication to excellence have solidified its reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Boston Properties's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Boston Properties reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12637000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 80545000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and 357644000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from downstream leased assets (about 235956000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 38146000 kg CO2e). Boston Properties has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon-neutral operations by 2025, which encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. They have achieved an impressive 86% reduction in GHG emissions intensity since 2008 and are targeting a 45% reduction in GHG emissions intensity by 2025 from a 2008 baseline. Additionally, they have committed to reducing combined Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 39% per square metre by 2024, and Scope 3 emissions by 14% per square metre by 2025, both from a 2018 base year. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to long-term targets that include a 73.57% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per square metre by 2030, alongside a 58.14% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and downstream leased assets within the same timeframe. These targets reflect Boston Properties' commitment to sustainable practices and reducing their overall carbon footprint in the real estate sector.
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| 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,839,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 235,358,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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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