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The Crown Estate, a prominent entity in the realm of public administration and defence services, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established with a long-standing history, it plays a vital role in managing a diverse portfolio of assets across the UK, including land, property, and marine holdings. Since its inception, The Crown Estate has become a key player in the management of assets that generate revenue for the UK government, with a focus on sustainable and responsible stewardship.
Specialising in property management, land leasing, and marine assets, The Crown Estate’s offerings are distinguished by their unique status as an independent commercial enterprise serving the public interest. Its notable achievements include maintaining a significant market position within the UK’s public sector asset management landscape. As a leader in its industry, The Crown Estate continues to uphold its core mission of delivering value while supporting national priorities.
79
DitchCarbon score
+50 vs industry average
The Crown Estate’s score of 79 is higher than 88% 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
Public Administration has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.166
20182025
The Public Administration industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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The Crown Estate's reported carbon emissions
The Crown Estate's carbon emissions for 2025 were approximately 1.509 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7.71 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 685,000 kg CO2e (or location-based emissions of about 5.513 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1.494 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, their 2024 emissions were approximately 1.499 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 3.314 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at around 696,000 kg CO2e (or location-based at about 6.934 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 at roughly 1.495 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were approximately 1.144 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 3.449 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of around 1.049 million kg CO2e (or location-based emissions of about 7.038 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.14 billion kg CO2e.
The Crown Estate has climate commitments to procure 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2023 and all energy from renewable sources by 2030 (covering Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions). Furthermore, they aim to improve carbon emissions intensity by 40% from a 2012/13 baseline for property under their direct control by March 31, 2022.
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The Crown Estate’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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