St Modwen Properties PLC, commonly referred to as St Modwen, is a leading player in the real estate services industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence across the UK, focusing on key operational regions such as the Midlands and South West.
Specialising in property development and investment, St Modwen is renowned for its innovative approach to creating sustainable communities and commercial spaces. The company’s core services include residential development, commercial property management, and regeneration projects, setting it apart with a commitment to quality and sustainability.
With a robust market position, St Modwen has achieved notable milestones, including significant partnerships and successful large-scale developments. Its dedication to enhancing urban environments and delivering value makes St Modwen a prominent name in the real estate sector.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2023
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
St Modwen's reported carbon emissions
St. Modwen, a real estate services company based in GB, has reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions for recent years. In 2020, the company's reported Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,431,100 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 5,401,800 kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4,376,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 8,049,200 kg CO2e. In 2018, St. Modwen reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 6,126,700 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5,123,800 kg CO2e. Earlier data from 2014 indicated Scope 1 emissions of approximately 764,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,701,000 kg CO2e, and in 2013, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 720,000 kg CO2e with Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,681,000 kg CO2e. St. Modwen has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for these periods.
St. Modwen has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. To support this, St. Modwen has committed to near-term targets, including a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using a 2021 base year. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 52% per square foot within the same timeframe. For the long term, St. Modwen aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2050, both from a 2021 base year. These targets are aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario. The data for these targets is cascaded from the ultimate parent organization, St. Modwen Properties Limited.
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St Modwen’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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90% reduction in Scope 2
St. Modwen Properties Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
St. Modwen Properties Limited commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
2030
52% reduction in scope 3 downstream
St Modwen Properties also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 52% per square foot within the same timeframe.
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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