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.
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In 2023, Landsec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 185,614,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,950,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 175,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Landsec has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the base year. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 47% by 2030 and by 90% by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data indicates a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives. Landsec's commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy positions it as a leader in the real estate sector in the UK.
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Add to project2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 11,178,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 39,062,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Landsec is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.