JBG Smith Properties, commonly referred to as JBG Smith, is a prominent player in the real estate services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2017, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in urban development and property management, primarily operating in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Specialising in mixed-use developments, JBG Smith focuses on creating vibrant communities that blend residential, retail, and office spaces. Their commitment to sustainability and innovative design sets them apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for quality, JBG Smith has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and successful large-scale projects, solidifying its position as a key contributor to the region's growth and revitalisation.
-14 vs industry average
Jbg Smith’s score of 15 is lower than 31% 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 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Jbg Smith's reported carbon emissions
JBG Smith, a real estate services firm headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64.7 billion kg CO2e for the year 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 1 emissions for 2023 were approximately 9.5 billion kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach, were reported as 0 kg CO2e, and location-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 47.9 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions, specifically downstream leased assets, amounted to about 7.4 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
In 2022, JBG Smith's total emissions were approximately 83.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 13.1 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, 60.8 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 9.1 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company's total emissions for 2021 were approximately 108.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 11.3 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 78.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 19.2 billion kg CO2e. Prior to that, in 2020, total emissions were approximately 103.8 billion kg CO2e, including 8.7 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, 80.2 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 14.8 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
JBG Smith's climate commitments are primarily focused on reducing its carbon footprint. While specific overarching reduction targets are not detailed in the provided data, the company does report key metrics like carbon emissions per square foot. For instance, in 2024, carbon emissions per square foot (all scopes) were reported at approximately 45.1 kg CO2e per square foot. This metric was approximately 49.3 kg CO2e per square foot in 2023 and 46.5 kg CO2e per square foot in 2022. The company also tracks GHG emissions intensity per unit of revenue, which was approximately 0.53 in 2022. The company does not appear to have any cascaded reduction targets from a parent organisation.
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