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updated 9 days ago

Landsec

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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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89

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Landsec's score of 89 is higher than 94% 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 186,843,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,165,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 4,133,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 177,545,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 185,614,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 6,950,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at 2,954,000 kg CO2e. Landsec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute carbon emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to a 2013/14 baseline for properties under its operational control. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% from a 2020 baseline. The company is also focused on energy intensity reductions, targeting a 40% decrease in energy intensity (kWh/m²) by 2030, with a longer-term ambition of an 80% reduction by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Landsec's commitment to sustainable practices in the real estate sector. All emissions data and climate commitments are sourced from Land Securities Group Plc, ensuring a consistent approach to sustainability across its operations.

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2014201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
11,178,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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Scope 2
39,062,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

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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

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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
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