Swire Properties Limited, a prominent player in the real estate industry, is headquartered in Hong Kong (HK) and has established a significant presence in mainland China and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1972, the company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of iconic mixed-use projects that blend residential, commercial, and retail spaces. Specialising in premium property development and investment, Swire Properties is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovative design. Its core offerings include luxury residential developments, high-end office spaces, and vibrant retail environments, all distinguished by their architectural excellence and strategic locations. With a strong market position, Swire Properties has garnered numerous awards for its projects, reflecting its dedication to quality and community enhancement. The company continues to shape urban landscapes, making it a leader in the competitive real estate sector.
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In 2023, Swire Properties, headquartered in Hong Kong (HK), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 163,150,000 kg CO2e, which includes 10,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 152,781,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 257,874,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream leased assets (133,695,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (69,605,000 kg CO2e). Swire Properties has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline. As of 2023, the company achieved a 29% reduction in these emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from capital goods by 25% per square metre by 2030, relative to a 2016-2018 baseline. The company is also on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with science-based targets aligned with a 1.5°C climate scenario. These targets include a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from the 2019 baseline and a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from downstream leased assets by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Data for Swire Properties is cascaded from its parent company, Swire Pacific Limited, which provides additional context for their emissions and climate initiatives.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 354,367,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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