Cousins Properties
Cousins Properties, a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States, has been a key player in the commercial real estate sector since its founding in 1958. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as Atlanta, Charlotte, and Austin, the company focuses on the acquisition, development, 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 market. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including its successful public listing and a robust portfolio that features iconic properties. With a reputation for excellence and a strategic approach to urban development, Cousins Properties continues to solidify its position as a leader in the real estate industry.
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Cousins Properties's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cousins Properties reported total carbon emissions of approximately 84,636,034 kg CO2e from Scope 2, 7,697,492 kg CO2e from Scope 3, and 306,086 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were about 365,671 kg CO2e, and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from approximately 82,409,785 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year, specifically targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Cousins Properties has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through these reduction initiatives, aiming to enhance their environmental performance in the real estate sector. The emissions data is sourced directly from Cousins Properties Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 167,760 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 100,703,840 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Cousins Properties is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
