British Land Sustainability Profile
British Land Company PLC, commonly known as British Land, is a leading UK real estate investment trust headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1856, the company has evolved into a prominent player in the property sector, focusing on the ownership, management, and development of high-quality commercial properties across the UK and Europe. With a diverse portfolio that includes retail, office, and mixed-use developments, British Land is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful transformation of urban spaces and a strong emphasis on creating vibrant communities. As one of the largest property companies in the UK, British Land continues to set industry standards, leveraging its extensive market knowledge and strategic partnerships to deliver exceptional value to its stakeholders.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
British Land's score of 65 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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British Land's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, British Land reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,846,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 144,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 13,401,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 16,432,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 51% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, British Land is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 55% per square metre of net lettable area over the same timeframe. British Land's long-term climate strategy includes a commitment to offset 100% of the residual embodied carbon emissions from developments by 2050. The company also aims for a 75% reduction in operational carbon intensity of standing assets by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. These initiatives reflect British Land's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2009 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,156,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,186,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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British Land's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
British Land's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 41% last year and decreased by approximately 99% since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 67% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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British Land'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.
British Land 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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