Avison Young Investment Management, a prominent player in the real estate investment sector, is headquartered in California and operates across major regions in North America and Europe. Founded in 1978, the firm has established itself as a leader in providing innovative investment solutions and asset management services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Specialising in commercial real estate, Avison Young offers a unique blend of strategic advisory, property management, and investment services. Their commitment to sustainability and client-centric approaches sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results, Avison Young has achieved significant milestones, including notable acquisitions and expansions that enhance their market position. As a trusted partner, they continue to drive value for investors and stakeholders alike.
How does Avison Young Investment Management's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Avison Young Investment Management's score of 31 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Avison Young Investment Management reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,624,060 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,410 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 681,560 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for about 15,938,100 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services (13,622,850 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (1,002,980 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 12,667,400 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 at 6,060 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 646,090 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 12,015,250 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions year-on-year, particularly in Scope 3 categories. Globally, in 2023, Avison Young reported Scope 1 emissions of 4,410 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,012,670 kg CO2e. The data reflects a commitment to transparency, although no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been established. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it is independently reported by Avison Young (Canada) Inc. Overall, while Avison Young has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000 | 000 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,676,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Avison Young Investment Management has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

