Heimstaden, a prominent player in the European real estate sector, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across several key regions, including Denmark, Norway, and Germany. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a leader in residential property management, focusing on sustainable living solutions and community development. Heimstaden's core offerings include high-quality rental apartments and innovative housing solutions that prioritise tenant satisfaction and environmental sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to creating vibrant communities, which sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong portfolio and a focus on growth, Heimstaden continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted name in the property industry.
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In 2023, Heimstaden Bostad AB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 159,794,000 kg CO2e. This includes 23,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 135,972,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The company also reported Scope 3 emissions totalling 576,342,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from downstream leased assets. Heimstaden has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, the company plans for 27% of its suppliers, based on spend covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Heimstaden's commitment to reducing emissions reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the real estate sector, addressing both operational and supply chain emissions.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 673,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 24,055,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 238,747,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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