Hufvudstaden AB, a prominent player in the real estate services sector, is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 1915, the company has established itself as a leader in the management and development of commercial properties, particularly in prime locations across Stockholm and Gothenburg.
Specialising in office and retail spaces, Hufvudstaden is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering unique properties that cater to a diverse range of tenants. The company’s strategic focus on high-value assets has positioned it favourably within the competitive real estate market, contributing to its reputation for excellence.
With a rich history and a portfolio that includes iconic buildings, Hufvudstaden continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a key player in Sweden's real estate landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hufvudstaden's reported carbon emissions
Hufvudstaden, a real estate services company based in Sweden, is committed to reducing its carbon emissions and managing its properties to be climate-neutral.
Carbon Emissions Data:
For the reporting year 2025, Hufvudstaden reported total emissions of approximately 8.5 million kg CO2e. This comprised:
- Scope 1 emissions: approximately 10,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based): approximately 661,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions: approximately 7.8 million kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream leased assets (approximately 9.4 million kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 5.1 million kg CO2e).
In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 9.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 291,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 885,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 8.2 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, Hufvudstaden reported total emissions of approximately 5.6 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at about 106,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 853,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4.6 million kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
Hufvudstaden has set several climate-related targets:
- Climate-Neutral Properties: The company aims for its properties to be climate-neutral, with a target of a 10% reduction in CO2e emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025.
- Near-Zero Scope 1 and 2 Emissions: Hufvudstaden strives to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025.
- Science-Based Targets: Hufvudstaden AB has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using a 2019 base year. They also commit to measuring and reducing their Scope 3 emissions. These targets are aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Hufvudstaden’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2025
Management of our properties is to be climate-neutral
Management of our properties is to be climate-neutral. CO2e emissions have decreased by 10 per cent.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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