Emaar Sustainability Profile
Emaar Properties, a leading global property developer headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), has established itself as a key player in the real estate and hospitality sectors since its founding in 1997. With a strong presence in major operational regions including the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia, Emaar is renowned for its innovative approach to urban development. The company’s core offerings encompass residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, with iconic developments such as the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall highlighting its commitment to excellence. Emaar's unique blend of luxury and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, earning numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry. With a vision to redefine living spaces, Emaar continues to shape the skyline and lifestyle of cities around the world.
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Emaar's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Emaar Properties reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 15,530,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching about 1,085,263,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects Emaar's global operations and highlights their substantial energy consumption. In 2023, the company reported Scope 2 emissions of around 468,875,000 kg CO2e in the UAE, while globally, Scope 1 emissions were about 33,530,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 985,719,000 kg CO2e. Emaar is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategy. This long-term target was established in 2023, demonstrating Emaar's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company has initiated various reduction initiatives, although specific percentage reduction targets have not been disclosed. Emaar's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that the figures represent their direct operational impact. The company continues to focus on sustainability and energy efficiency as part of its corporate strategy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 874,879,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Emaar's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Emaar has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
