Helical Sustainability Profile
Helical, officially known as Helical plc, is a prominent property investment and development company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2001, Helical has carved a niche in the UK real estate market, focusing on high-quality commercial and mixed-use developments primarily in London and the South East. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to property development, emphasising sustainability and design excellence. Helical's portfolio includes a diverse range of assets, from office spaces to residential projects, distinguished by their architectural integrity and environmental considerations. With a strong market position, Helical has achieved notable milestones, including several prestigious awards for its developments. The company continues to lead in the property sector, driven by a commitment to creating spaces that enhance communities and foster economic growth.
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Helical's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Helical's total carbon emissions in Great Britain amounted to approximately 5,886,240 kg CO2e. This figure includes 430,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 941,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 5,081,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services (3,523,390 kg CO2e) and downstream leased assets (1,168,380 kg CO2e). Helical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net zero carbon status by 2050, with specific targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reduction set for 2023. Furthermore, Helical has established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 58.8% by FY2034 from a FY2023 base year, aligning with the 1.5°C climate goal. The emissions data is sourced directly from Helical plc, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. Helical's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 739,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,794,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Helical's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Helical's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 81% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Helical'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.
Helical 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.
