Cousins Properties, a prominent player in the real estate services industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in major markets such as Atlanta, Charlotte, and Austin. Founded in 1958, the company has established itself as a leader in the development, leasing, and management of high-quality office and mixed-use properties.
Cousins Properties is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovative design, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. With a diverse portfolio that includes iconic buildings and strategic developments, the company has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its environmentally responsible practices. As a trusted name in real estate, Cousins Properties continues to shape urban landscapes while delivering exceptional value to its clients and investors.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Cousins Properties's reported carbon emissions
Cousins Properties, a real estate services firm based in the US, reported a total of approximately 94.9 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 306,086 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 84.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year amounted to approximately 7.7 million kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, Cousins Properties emitted approximately 92.4 million kg CO2e in 2023, with Scope 1 emissions at about 365,671 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 82.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 10 million kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 96.5 million kg CO2e. Emissions for 2021 were around 96.7 million kg CO2e.
Cousins Properties has set a "50x30 Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goal," aiming for a 50% reduction in GHG emissions intensity over a 2018 base year by 2030. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, measured in kg CO2e per square foot.
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Cousins Properties’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
50x30 Greenhouse Gas2 Reduction Goal Updated: Reduce GHG emissions intensity; targets a 50% reduction over a 2018 base year by 2030. Units a…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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