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CDP Sustainability Profile

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CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, is a leading global non-profit organisation headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, CDP has established itself as a pivotal player in the environmental sustainability sector, focusing on climate change, water security, and deforestation. With operations spanning across Europe, North America, and Asia, CDP collaborates with thousands of companies and cities to drive transparency and accountability in environmental impact. The organisation's core services include data collection, analysis, and reporting, which empower businesses to measure and manage their environmental risks. CDP's unique platform enables stakeholders to access critical sustainability data, fostering informed decision-making. Recognised for its influential role in promoting corporate responsibility, CDP has achieved significant milestones, including the endorsement of its reporting framework by major investors and regulatory bodies, solidifying its position as a trusted authority in the sustainability landscape.

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45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

CDP's score of 45 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

67%

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CDP's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, COPT Defense Properties reported total carbon emissions of approximately 68,034,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 58,399,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were about 58,980,000 kg CO2e, with 6,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 52,689,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. COPT has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they have established a near-term goal to reduce energy and Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 5% by 2025, using 2019 as a baseline. In 2016, they achieved a reduction of 25% in Scope 1 emissions and 11% in Scope 2 emissions from their Like-for-Like Data Covered Buildings. COPT's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that their reported figures are independently sourced. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices while working towards its long-term climate goals.

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2016201720182021202220232024
Scope 1
4,131,700
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
-
-
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,485,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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-
-
-

How Carbon Intensive is CDP's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. CDP's primary industry is Other Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is CDP's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for CDP is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

CDP's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

CDP's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 44% last year and increased by approximately 43% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 35% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 95% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2018
Business Travel
95%
Waste Generated in Operations
5%
Employee Commuting
<1%

CDP'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.

CDP has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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