Hammerson plc, a leading UK-based property development and investment company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1942, Hammerson has built a strong reputation in the retail and leisure sectors, focusing on creating vibrant, sustainable spaces that enhance customer experiences. With a significant presence in major operational regions across the UK and Europe, the company manages a diverse portfolio of shopping centres, retail parks, and premium outlets.
Hammerson's core services include property development, asset management, and investment, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation that sets it apart in the industry. Notable achievements include the successful redevelopment of iconic retail destinations, positioning Hammerson as a key player in the commercial property market. With a strategic focus on enhancing urban environments, Hammerson continues to shape the future of retail and leisure spaces.
+16 vs industry average
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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 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hammerson's reported carbon emissions
Hammerson's carbon emissions have shown a fluctuating trend in recent reporting years. For 2024, the company reported a total of approximately 12.4 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises approximately 938,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and for Scope 2, approximately 2.8 million kg CO2e (market-based) and 7.4 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were reported at approximately 1.7 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Hammerson's total emissions were approximately 5.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 903,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 4.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were around 902,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments. A key target is to achieve net zero status by 2030 across all scopes. Furthermore, Hammerson aims to be operating with negative Scope 1 and 2 absolute carbon emissions from January 2026. They have also set a target to reduce Scope 1, 2, and selected Scope 3 landlord-controlled emissions by 60% by the end of 2025, compared to a 2019 baseline. Specifically for Scope 1, the target is a 60% reduction against the 2019 baseline by 2025. For Scope 2, the target is also a 60% reduction against the 2019 baseline by 2025. For Scope 3 total emissions, there is a long-term ambition to reach a Net Positive position by 2030.
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Hammerson’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2025
38.3% reduction in Scope 2
SPT 2 total 29,704 12,401 -58.3% -38.3%
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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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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