Helical, officially known as Helical plc, is a prominent property investment and development company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2001, Helical has carved a niche in the UK real estate market, focusing on high-quality commercial and mixed-use developments primarily in London and the South East. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to property development, emphasising sustainability and design excellence. Helical's portfolio includes a diverse range of assets, from office spaces to residential projects, distinguished by their architectural integrity and environmental considerations. With a strong market position, Helical has achieved notable milestones, including several prestigious awards for its developments. The company continues to lead in the property sector, driven by a commitment to creating spaces that enhance communities and foster economic growth.
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In 2024, Helical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,886,240 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 430,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 906,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for about 5,080,630 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services (approximately 3,523,000 kg CO2e) and downstream leased assets (about 1,168,380 kg CO2e). Helical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce their combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target reflects their commitment to science-based targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact. In previous years, Helical's emissions have shown fluctuations, with total emissions recorded at approximately 2,300,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 2,193,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Their ongoing efforts to track and reduce emissions across all scopes highlight their dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,794,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Helical is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.