- Supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather events.
- Regulatory changes and market shifts related to ESG and climate change.
- Understanding and measuring ‘Scope 3 financed emissions’.
- Meeting client expectations and choices regarding ESG.
- Adapting the investment process to reflect client ESG and climate requirements.
Tilney Smith & Williamson Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Tilney Smith & Williamson Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.6K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 287 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 97 tCO2e/year. 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
1.6K tCO2e/year
2021
Energy Use
7.7M kWh/year
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). | 287 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 97 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating for newly refurbished London and Birmingham offices.
- Reduced paper storage requirement by 89% (from 3,682 linear meters in 2018 to 387 linear meters in 2021).
- Reduced office space by 7.8% (327,665 square feet in 2021 from 355,561 square feet in 2020).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Complete CDP questionnaire to become a CDP supporter in 2022.
📅 Medium-term
- Develop science-based targets (SBTi) and initial roadmap to Net Zero emissions.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve Net Zero carbon emissions on corporate operational footprint.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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