British Land
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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British Land's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, British Land reported total carbon emissions of approximately 139,851,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 5,300,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,186,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 95,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Notably, the majority of their Scope 3 emissions stemmed from downstream leased assets, accounting for about 93,200,000 kg CO2e. British Land has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 55% per square metre of net lettable area over the same timeframe. Furthermore, British Land plans to offset 100% of the residual embodied carbon emissions from developments by 2050. In terms of operational efficiency, British Land targets a 75% reduction in the operational carbon intensity of standing assets by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their targets as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, British Land's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the real estate sector, aiming for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing their operational practices.
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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 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,186,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 |
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