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Great Portland Estates Sustainability Profile

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Great Portland Estates plc, commonly referred to as GPE, is a prominent property investment and development company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2007, GPE has carved a niche in the London real estate market, focusing primarily on high-quality office and mixed-use developments in key areas such as the West End and the City of London. With a commitment to sustainability and innovative design, GPE offers a unique portfolio of properties that cater to modern business needs. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant developments that enhance urban living and working environments. Recognised for its strategic approach, GPE holds a strong market position, consistently delivering value to its stakeholders while contributing to the regeneration of London’s architectural landscape.

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56

Industry Average

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29

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Great Portland Estates's score of 56 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Great Portland Estates's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Great Portland Estates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,106,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 26,106,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. For 2023, the company’s emissions in Great Britain were about 7,242,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 28,949,000 kg CO2e. Great Portland Estates has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal. The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its carbon footprint. The data presented is sourced directly from Great Portland Estates Plc, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact within the real estate sector.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Great Portland Estates's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Great Portland Estates's primary industry is Real Estate Services, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Great Portland Estates's Location?

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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. This request for Great Portland Estates is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Great Portland Estates'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.

Great Portland Estates 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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