- Achieving a 50% reduction in potable water consumption across all major development projects deemed unfeasible due to practical complexities and financial unviability.
- Managing climate risks, particularly flooding on certain sites.
Workspace Group PLC
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-2024 reporting, Workspace Group PLC disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 23.4K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 2.0K tCO2e; Scope 2: 6.5K tCO2e; Scope 3: 14.9K tCO2e. 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
23.4K tCO2e
2023-2024
Renewable Energy
100%
of total energy
Water Usage
0.48 m3/m2 of NLA
2023-2024
Waste
2.9K tons
2023-2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-2024)
| 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). | 2.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 6.5K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 14.9K tCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | 23.4K tCO2e |
| 2021-22 | 17.0K tonnes of CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 12% reduction in direct emissions
- 11% like-for-like reduction in energy use intensity
- 36% reduction in gas use
- 7% reduction in landlord-procured electricity
- 10.5% increase in EPC A/B rated space (52% of portfolio)
- 76% average recycling rate
- 100% renewable electricity sourced
- 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from capital goods per sq. ft. from a 2019/20 base year
- Over £14m invested in energy-efficiency initiatives
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce energy use intensity by 7%
- Increase renewable energy supply and source 100% renewable electricity
- Increase the % of EPC A and B rated areas in the portfolio by 10%
- Achieve recycling rate of 80% and divert 100% waste from landfill
- Roll out water metering across the portfolio and benchmark consumption
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce emissions by 50% by 2030
- Achieve a fully electric and EPC A/B rated portfolio by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon business
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeWellbeingDiversity and InclusionCommunity supportSustainable procurementWaste managementNature conservationBiodiversityResponsible business practicesSkills and employmentCustomer engagementRegulatory complianceEthical practicesRisk management