Rikshem AB, a leading player in the Swedish property management sector, is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 2002, Rikshem has established itself as a prominent provider of residential and commercial properties, focusing on sustainable development and long-term value creation. The company operates primarily in urban regions across Sweden, managing a diverse portfolio that includes rental apartments, office spaces, and community facilities. Rikshem is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, integrating innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its contributions to sustainable urban development. Rikshem continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in property management and development in Sweden.
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In 2024, Rikshem AB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 121,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 16,750,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 92,514,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with a target to decrease Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to ensure that emissions reductions are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In 2023, Rikshem's emissions were approximately 154,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 17,822,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 53,302,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to measuring and managing its carbon footprint across all scopes, with a clear focus on enhancing sustainability within the real estate sector. Rikshem's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Rikshem AB (publ), reflecting its commitment to transparency and accountability in climate reporting. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, with ongoing efforts to measure and mitigate Scope 3 emissions, which represent the largest portion of its carbon footprint.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 761,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,994,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 58,006,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Rikshem's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 74% last year and increased by approximately 59% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 23% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Rikshem has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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