GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, commonly referred to as GEA, is a prominent player in the real estate services industry, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1881, GEA has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions across various sectors, including property management, real estate development, and investment services.
With a strong operational presence in Europe and beyond, GEA is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency in real estate practices. The company’s core offerings include comprehensive asset management and strategic consulting, distinguished by their tailored approach to client needs.
Notable achievements include a robust market position, underscored by a diverse portfolio and a reputation for excellence in service delivery. GEA continues to shape the future of real estate services, leveraging decades of expertise to drive value for clients and stakeholders alike.
+71 vs industry average
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft's reported carbon emissions
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Germany and operating within the real estate services industry, has reported significant progress and established ambitious targets for reducing its carbon emissions.
In 2025, GEA Group's total carbon emissions, encompassing Scopes 1, 2, and 3, amounted to approximately 23.3 billion kilograms of CO2e. Of this total, Scope 1 emissions were about 29.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1.1 million kg CO2e (market-based). The vast majority of emissions, around 23.3 billion kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, with the use of sold products being the largest contributor.
Looking at previous years, total emissions in 2024 were approximately 25.4 billion kg CO2e, and in 2023, they were around 29.3 billion kg CO2e.
GEA Group has set clear climate commitments, including a target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030, from a 2019 base year. Furthermore, the company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. Their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments align with a 1.5°C warming scenario. Specific Scope 3 reduction targets include an 18% decrease by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and a more ambitious 27.5% reduction within the same timeframe. The company also has long-term goals to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040.
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GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
60% reduction in scope 3 upstream
By 2030, greenhouse gas emissions from our own operations (Scope 1 and 2) will be reduced by 60 percent compared with the base year of 2019.…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2025
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