The Crown Estate
The Crown Estate, a prominent real estate and land management organisation, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1760, it has evolved into a key player in the UK property market, managing a diverse portfolio that includes urban properties, rural land, and coastal assets. The Crown Estate operates primarily in England, Wales, and Scotland, focusing on sustainable development and responsible stewardship. With a commitment to innovation, The Crown Estate offers unique services in property management, renewable energy, and marine resources. Its strategic approach has positioned it as a leader in the industry, recognised for its contributions to economic growth and environmental sustainability. Notable achievements include significant investments in offshore wind energy, reinforcing its status as a forward-thinking organisation in the evolving landscape of real estate and land use.
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The Crown Estate's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, The Crown Estate reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,494,139,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 7,710,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 6,850,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 1,494,139,000 kg CO2e, primarily from downstream leased assets. In 2024, emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 1,495,360,000 kg CO2e, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3,314,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were around 6,934,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The Scope 3 emissions remained substantial at about 1,495,360,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, The Crown Estate reported total emissions of approximately 1,139,679,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,449,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,038,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were significant, totalling around 1,139,679,000 kg CO2e. The Crown Estate has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to procure 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2023 and all energy from renewable sources by 2030. These targets reflect their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the specified deadlines. Overall, The Crown Estate's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and transitioning to renewable energy sources.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,663,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,542,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,903,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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