Deutsche Wohnen
Deutsche Wohnen SE, a leading player in the German real estate sector, is headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of residential properties, primarily focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of rental apartments. With a significant presence in major urban regions, Deutsche Wohnen operates extensively across Berlin, Frankfurt, and other key cities. The company’s portfolio includes over 160,000 residential units, characterised by a commitment to quality and sustainability. Deutsche Wohnen is recognised for its innovative approach to property management and tenant services, setting it apart in a competitive market. As one of Germany's largest housing companies, Deutsche Wohnen has achieved notable milestones, including a successful public listing and a strong emphasis on modernising its housing stock to meet contemporary living standards.
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Deutsche Wohnen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Deutsche Wohnen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,541,300 kg CO2e, comprising 450,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 407,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 684,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 1,458,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 351,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 497,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 611,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, emissions were higher at approximately 1,766,500 kg CO2e, indicating a trend of fluctuating emissions over the years. Deutsche Wohnen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its operations by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company plans to reduce direct emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by 2030 and indirect emissions by 25% from the same baseline. Looking further ahead, Deutsche Wohnen is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement goals. The emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from its parent company, Deutsche Wohnen SE, which is part of the Vonovia SE corporate family. This relationship influences Deutsche Wohnen's sustainability strategies and reporting practices.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,579,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,013,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Deutsche Wohnen 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.
