Cbre Sustainability Profile
CBRE Group, Inc., commonly known as CBRE, is a leading global real estate services firm headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1906, CBRE has established a strong presence in major operational regions across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. The company operates within the commercial real estate industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including property management, investment sales, and advisory services. CBRE is renowned for its innovative approach to real estate solutions, leveraging advanced technology and market insights to deliver exceptional value to clients. With a commitment to sustainability and a robust portfolio of core services, CBRE has consistently maintained its position as a market leader, recognised for its achievements in client satisfaction and industry expertise.
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Cbre's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, CBRE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,318,566,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 60,995,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 27,431,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 17,230,137,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 68% by 2035 from a 2019 baseline, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). CBRE's climate strategy includes achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company aims for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2040. Additionally, CBRE is targeting a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square foot for buildings managed for clients by 2030. In the UK, CBRE's operations have already seen a 24% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019, while Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 15% in the same period. The company is also committed to purchasing 100% renewable electricity for its operations by 2025, which is critical for meeting its science-based targets and net-zero goals. CBRE's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, CBRE Group, Inc., ensuring a comprehensive approach to sustainability across its global operations.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,646,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,997,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Cbre's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cbre's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Cbre'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.
Cbre 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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