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Duchy of Lancaster

The Duchy of Lancaster, a historic portfolio of land and assets, operates from its headquarters in Great Britain. Established in 1265, it has evolved into a significant player in the property and land management industry, with major operations across England and Wales. The Duchy manages a diverse range of assets, including agricultural land, residential properties, and commercial ventures, all aimed at generating sustainable income for the British monarchy. Notable for its commitment to responsible stewardship, the Duchy of Lancaster focuses on environmental sustainability and community engagement. Its unique approach to land management has positioned it as a leader in the sector, with a strong emphasis on heritage and innovation. With a rich history and a forward-thinking strategy, the Duchy continues to play a vital role in the UK's economic landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

Duchy of Lancaster's score of 2 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Duchy of Lancaster's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the Duchy of Lancaster reported total carbon emissions of approximately 128,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion accounting for about 5,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 166,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16,000 kg CO2e. The Duchy has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, as evidenced by a decrease in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. For 2024, the Duchy anticipates total emissions of approximately 129,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions projected to rise to about 6,000 kg CO2e. The intensity factors for emissions are reported at 19,000 kg CO2e per square metre and 4,000 tCO2e per full-time equivalent (FTE) employee, reflecting ongoing efforts to monitor and manage their environmental impact. Overall, while the Duchy of Lancaster has made strides in tracking and reporting its emissions, further clarity on specific reduction commitments would enhance its climate action narrative.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Duchy of Lancaster's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Duchy of Lancaster is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Duchy of Lancaster is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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