Savills Sustainability Profile
Savills plc, commonly known as Savills, is a leading global real estate services provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1855, the firm has grown to become a prominent player in the property industry, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Specialising in a diverse range of services, including residential and commercial property management, investment advisory, and valuation, Savills distinguishes itself through its extensive market knowledge and client-centric approach. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its expansion into emerging markets and its commitment to sustainability in real estate. With a reputation for excellence, Savills consistently ranks among the top firms in the sector, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking innovative solutions in the dynamic real estate landscape.
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Savills's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Savills reported total carbon emissions of approximately 208 million kg CO2e, comprising 1,923,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,637,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 202,434,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to sustainability, with a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 72% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Savills aims to achieve net zero carbon operations by 2030 and is working towards reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 51.6% per million GBP of value added by 2030, alongside a similar reduction for investments. In 2023, Savills's emissions in the UK were approximately 33,045,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 32,415,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling 630,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets, including a long-term goal to achieve net zero for its entire value chain (Scope 3) by 2040. Savills's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. The organization is actively working to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,292,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,132,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 |
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Savills's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Savills's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 16% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Savills's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Savills 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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