- Low building utilization rates during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted KPI metrics
- Potential climate-related risks such as windstorm damage and coastal flooding
Cousins Properties (NYSE:CUZ)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Cousins Properties (NYSE:CUZ) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 176.5K MTCO2e (2021). By scope: Scope 1: 181 MTCO2e (2021); Scope 2: 343.1K MTCO2e (2021). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
176.5K MTCO2e (2021)
2021
Water Usage
66.4K kgal (2021)
2021
Energy Use
186.8M kWh (2021)
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 181 MTCO2e (2021) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 343.1K MTCO2e (2021) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 176.5K MTCO2e (2021) |
| 2020 | 79.6K MTCO2e |
| 2019 | 109.9K MTCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy use intensity by 16.1% (2018-2021)
- Reduced GHG emissions intensity by 48.6% (2018-2021)
- Reduced water use intensity by 34.5% (2018-2021)
- 72% of portfolio LEED certified (77% including Austin Energy Green Building Standard)
- 66% of portfolio ENERGY STAR certified
- 64% of portfolio BOMA 360 certified
- 96% of buildings achieved Fitwel Viral Response Module (VRM) certification
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce energy use intensity by 25% by 2030
- Reduce GHG emissions intensity by 25% by 2030
- Reduce water use intensity by 25% by 2030
- Achieve 75% LEED or equivalent certification by 2030
- Maintain 75% ENERGY STAR certification by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental SustainabilitySocial SustainabilityGovernance