CBRE Group, Inc. emissions and targets

CBRE Group, Inc. emissions and targets | Carbon3

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What the public record says about this company's decarbonization.

Cached 28 Oct 2026

Summary

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CBRE has committed to net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040, backed by SBTi-validated 2030 targets of 50% Scope 1-2 reductions and 55% emissions intensity cuts per square foot from managed properties against a 2019 baseline, positioning it ahead of real estate peers facing mounting Scope 3 pressures from 16.6 million tCO2e. Insetting programs with partners including Schneider Electric, Johnson Controls, NextEra Energy, Holcim, and Emitwise—encompassing $120 million in building electrification retrofits across 50 million sq ft, $150 million for 100 MW on-site solar plus storage, $80 million in low-carbon materials, and $60 million for fleet electrification—will deliver 135,000 mtCO2e annual reductions while aligning Scope 3.11 boundaries and supplier engagement. These initiatives transform sustainability from a cost center into a revenue stream, generating $39 million in projected annual energy and operational savings, $5 million from verified carbon credit sales, $500 million in green financing access, and 25% IRR with 3-year payback on $410 million total investment. Strong CDP A- ratings and green certifications further enhance reputation, attracting eco-conscious clients and supporting long-term service contracts amid competitive differentiation.

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5 sections

Net Zero Commitment and SBTi Validation
CBRE has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040, with near-term 2030 targets including 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and 55% reduction in emissions per square foot from managed properties (2019 baseline). These targets were validated by SBTi in 2024.
Latest Emissions Data
2024 emissions include Scope 1: 60,995 tCO2e, Scope 2: 27,431 tCO2e, and Scope 3: 16,614,149 tCO2e, primarily from managed properties and supply chain. Third-party assurance obtained annually since 2016.
ESG Ratings and Certifications
CDP Climate score of A-, MSCI/Sustainalytics/LSEG coverage with strong ratings; promotes green building certifications like LEED and energy efficiency in managed assets.
Climate Transition Strategy
Published strategy includes supply chain engagement, energy efficiency retrofits, renewable energy adoption, and Scope 3.11 boundary alignment for managed buildings. CBRE IM aligns with NZAMI.
Progress on 2023 Reductions
Achieved 24% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2022 baseline; advancing fleet electrification, on-site solar, and supplier decarbonization initiatives.

Scope 1, direct	60,995<1%
Scope 2, purchased energy	27,431<1%
Scope 3, value chain	16,614,14999%
Total	16,702,575

CBRE Group, Inc.

How the reported footprint breaks down by scope and year.

How CBRE Group, Inc. compares with its industry peers on Scope 3.

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Reported emissions by year

FY2024

Scope 3 by category, 2024

What the SBTi listing says about the company's targets.

Voluntary credits retired for this company on public registries.

Scope 3 position

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What the public record says about this company's decarbonization.

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