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, with significant contributions from Scope 2 emissions (13,401,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity) and Scope 3 emissions (16,432,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services). The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 51% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, while also targeting a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square metre of net lettable area over the same timeframe. British Land has set ambitious climate commitments, including a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 75% reduction in operational carbon intensity of standing assets by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. The company is also committed to offsetting 100% of the residual embodied carbon emissions from developments by 2050. The emissions data is sourced directly from British Land Company PLC, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. The company is actively working towards its climate targets, aligning with industry standards and demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the real estate sector.
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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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