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.
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Landsec's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Landsec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 185,614,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,950,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 23,748,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based), and 175,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, Landsec has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a reduction from approximately 404,473,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to the latest figure in 2023. Landsec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the base year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 47% by 2030. Furthermore, Landsec aims for a long-term reduction of 90% in absolute emissions by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Landsec's commitment to addressing climate change within the real estate sector.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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