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Landsec

Landsec, officially known as Land Securities Group PLC, is a leading property development and investment company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1944, Landsec has grown to become one of the largest real estate companies in the UK, with a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, retail, and residential sectors. With a strong presence in major cities such as London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, Landsec focuses on creating sustainable spaces that enhance communities. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to property development, emphasising sustainability and design excellence. Notable achievements include a commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, positioning Landsec as a pioneer in the industry. As a market leader, Landsec continues to shape the future of real estate, delivering high-quality assets that meet the evolving needs of businesses and consumers alike.

DitchCarbon Score

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94

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Landsec's score of 94 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Landsec's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Landsec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 213,278,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,809,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 17,667,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 204,709,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes. Landsec has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to a 2013/14 baseline for properties under its operational control. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their value chain by 2040, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards. The company has also committed to reducing energy intensity by 45% by 2030 from a 2013/14 baseline, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainability. These initiatives are part of Landsec's broader strategy to address climate change and contribute to a more sustainable future in the real estate sector.

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Scope 1
11,178,000
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Scope 2
39,062,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Landsec's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Landsec is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Landsec is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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