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.
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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 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Jbg Smith's reported carbon emissions
JBG Smith, a real estate services company headquartered in the US, reported its carbon emissions for several years. In 2023, the company's total reported emissions were approximately 64.7 million kg CO2e. This figure comprised approximately 9.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 47.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based). Scope 3 emissions, specifically from downstream leased assets, accounted for about 7.4 million kg CO2e. For 2022, JBG Smith's total emissions were around 83.0 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 13.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 60.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 9.1 million kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 108.9 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 11.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 78.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 19.2 million kg CO2e. The company's total emissions in 2020 were approximately 103.8 million kg CO2e, consisting of about 8.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 80.2 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 14.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2024, specific emissions data was not disclosed. However, production emission factors indicated Carbon Emissions per Square Foot (All Scopes) at 45.100741 kg CO2e per square foot. For 2023, this metric was 49.298662 kg CO2e per square foot. In 2022, the Carbon Emissions per Square Foot (All Scopes) was reported as 46.500048 kg CO2e per square foot. JBG Smith's sustainability reporting for 2021 also included GHG emissions intensity, reported as 0.52676001 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. While the provided information does not detail specific reduction targets or achievements, JBG Smith's consistent reporting across multiple years and scopes indicates a commitment to tracking and understanding its environmental impact within the real estate services sector. The company's disclosures include information on downstream leased assets within its Scope 3 reporting. There is no indication of data cascading from a parent organization.
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