Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major regions, including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Founded in 1917, the company has established itself as a key player in the commercial real estate industry, offering a comprehensive range of services such as property management, leasing, and investment advisory. With a focus on innovation and client-centric solutions, Cushman & Wakefield distinguishes itself through its data-driven approach and deep market insights. The firm has achieved notable milestones, including its position as one of the largest commercial real estate service providers worldwide. Its commitment to sustainability and technology integration further enhances its reputation, making it a preferred partner for businesses seeking to optimise their real estate portfolios.
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In 2024, Cushman & Wakefield reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 301,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 638,000 kg CO2e, and a significant majority of 7.6 billion kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint. Cushman & Wakefield has set ambitious climate targets, pledging to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This commitment is part of their participation in the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign. In the near term, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Notably, they have already achieved a 44% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2019 to 2023. Furthermore, the company has established science-based targets, aiming for a 73.1% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2034, and a 66.3% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per square foot of managed area within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes by 2050. Cushman & Wakefield's emissions data and climate commitments are sourced from their parent organization, Cushman & Wakefield plc, ensuring alignment with industry standards and practices.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,070,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 27,743,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,112,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Cushman And Wakefield 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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