Newriver, officially known as Newriver REIT plc, is a prominent player in the real estate services industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2009, the company has established itself as a leader in the retail and leisure property sectors, focusing on the acquisition, management, and development of community-focused assets across the UK.
With a commitment to enhancing local environments, Newriver offers a unique blend of services that include asset management, property development, and investment strategies tailored to meet the evolving needs of communities. The firm has achieved significant milestones, including a robust portfolio of retail parks and shopping centres, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the real estate market. Newriver's dedication to sustainability and community engagement further distinguishes it within the competitive landscape of real estate services.
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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 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Newriver's reported carbon emissions
New River REIT plc, a real estate services company based in the UK, reported total emissions of approximately 24.26 million kg CO2e for the year 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions totalling about 495,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3.69 million kg CO2e (location-based). The company also reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 22.18 million kg CO2e using a market-based approach for 2024.
For the year 2023, New River REIT plc's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 431,000 kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were approximately 3.25 million kg CO2e. The market-based Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023 were approximately 13.27 million kg CO2e.
The company has set a significant climate commitment: to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute emissions from its 2020 baseline by 2030. This target is approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As of FY25, New River REIT has achieved a 39% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the FY20 baseline, placing them 93% of the way towards their 2030 goal. The company also aims to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, there is a stated ambition to achieve net-zero for all corporate-related carbon emissions (Scope 1-3) by 2025.
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Newriver’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
42% reduction in all scopes
2030: we will achieve a 42% reduction in absolute emissions from our 2020 baseline
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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