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Unite, officially known as Unite Group plc, is a leading player in the real estate services sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1991, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of purpose-built student accommodation, primarily operating across major UK cities.
With a focus on delivering high-quality living spaces, Unite offers a range of services that cater to the needs of students, including modern amenities and community-focused environments. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the competitive real estate market.
Recognised for its significant contributions to the sector, Unite has achieved notable milestones, including a robust portfolio of properties and a strong market position as one of the largest providers of student housing in the UK.
68
DitchCarbon score
+39 vs industry average
Unite’s score of 68 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Real Estate Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.221
20182025
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Unite's reported carbon emissions
Unite, a UK-based real estate services company, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 10.3 crore kg CO2e (103,156 tonnes CO2e) in 2025. This includes about 1.03 crore kg CO2e (10,266 tonnes CO2e) from Scope 1, approximately 24.1 lakh kg CO2e (2,409 tonnes CO2e) from Scope 2 (market-based), and around 8.2 crore kg CO2e (82,000 tonnes CO2e) from Scope 3.
Looking back, their total emissions were about 8.7 crore kg CO2e (87,078 tonnes CO2e) in 2024, approximately 9.7 crore kg CO2e (97,486 tonnes CO2e) in 2023, and around 11.1 crore kg CO2e (111,432 tonnes CO2e) in 2022.
Unite is committed to ambitious climate action, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. They aim to achieve a 56% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Unite commits to increasing annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 60.9% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3, they are committed to reducing GHG emissions from capital goods by 22% per square metre of property developed by 2030 from a 2019 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Unite’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
56% reduction in Scope 2
Unite Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 56% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track56%
2030
56% reduction in Scope 1
Unite Group plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 56% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Behind target56%
2030
22% reduction in scope 3 total
Unite Group plc also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from capital goods 22% per square meter of property developed by 2030 from a 20…
Insufficient data22%
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Climate initiatives
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Unite’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Unite reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions of approximately 10.3 crore kg CO2e (103,156 tonnes CO2e). This figure shows a decrease from previous years, with emissions around 8.7 crore kg CO2e (87,078 tonnes CO2e) in 2024 and approximately 9.7 crore kg CO2e (97,486 tonnes CO2e) in 2023. The company's emissions were around 11.1 crore kg CO2e (111,432 tonnes CO2e) in 2022, indicating a general downward trend in its overall carbon footprint. This data reflects Unite's ongoing efforts in the real estate services sector to manage and reduce its environmental impact.
Data year: 2025
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