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 2024, Swire Properties Limited reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 138,635,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and 196,010,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions globally. The breakdown includes 9,039,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 129,596,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and various categories under Scope 3, such as 106,501,000 kg CO2e from downstream leased assets and 19,601,000 kg CO2e from capital goods. Swire Properties has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. They have established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2025, using a 2019 baseline. As of 2023, they achieved a 29% reduction in these emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from downstream leased assets by 28% per square metre by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions from capital goods by 25% per square metre by 2030, both relative to specific baseline years. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Swire Properties' commitment to sustainable practices within the real estate sector. The data reported is cascaded from Swire Properties Limited, which is a current subsidiary of Swire Pacific Limited.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 943,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 146,731,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Swire Properties's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 26% last year and decreased by approximately 46% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 56% 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.
Swire Properties 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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