Climate Change Data

Sirius Real Estate Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2022-04-01 to 2023-03-31, 2024)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Renewable Energy Share:85%

ESG Focus Areas

  • Governance
  • Social
  • Environmental

Environmental Achievements

  • Company's carbon dioxide emissions are below the German average with over 85% of energy generated from renewable sources.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented a comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Policy for employees.
  • Sirius Facilities GmbH (German subsidiary) is a member of the "Diversity Charter".
  • Supports community and sporting events and sponsors an international exchange program.

Governance Achievements

  • Embedded corporate governance in compliance management with corporate guidelines for employees and business partners.
  • Established a Whistleblowing Policy, Anti-Bribery and Corruption Statement, Modern Slavery Statement, and Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Board oversees ESG program and shareholder interests, complying with FCA, JSE, and relevant governance codes.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Reducing CO2 emissions further, despite already being below the German average.
  • Improving energy efficiency of older light industrial sites.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improving energy efficiency of buildings when acquiring and upgrading older sites.
  • Recycling and upgrading unused space using best practices in health and safety, fire safety, and recycling.
  • Sustainable strategy of maintaining and refurbishing existing buildings to minimize urban sprawl.
  • Using sustainable materials when purchasing them.
  • Conducting extensive environmental due diligence when acquiring properties.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Floods
  • Droughts
  • Heat waves
  • Extreme weather events

Reporting Period: 2022-04-01 to 2023-03-31

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:86,110.60 tCO2e (Germany)
Scope 1 Emissions:239.34 tCO2e (Germany)
Scope 2 Emissions:292.28 tCO2e (Germany)
Scope 3 Emissions:85,578.98 tCO2e (Germany)
Renewable Energy Share:97.6% (Germany), 100% (UK)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Biodiversity
  • Workforce Diversity & Wellbeing
  • Community Investment

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 in Germany.
  • 32.3% of waste recycled in Germany, 64.6% converted to energy, only 3.1% to landfill.
  • 37,200 sqm of green space converted to wildflower meadows in Germany.

Social Achievements

  • Launched PRISMA program to hire refugees in Germany.
  • Annual employee survey with 89.2% response rate for Sirius and 87.3% for BizSpace.
  • 581 hours of charity work by German colleagues.

Governance Achievements

  • Published first ESG Report.
  • Established dedicated internal ESG team.
  • Updated governance documents to align with ESG framework.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero emissions across the Group by 2045/2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero emissions in Germany by 2045.
  • Achieve EPC “B” rating for UK portfolio by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in UK by FY2023/24.
  • Complete smart meter rollout in UK.

Environmental Challenges

  • Higher interest rate environment.
  • Geopolitical uncertainty.
  • Cost-of-living challenges in UK and Germany.
  • Inflationary pressures.
  • Supply chain disruptions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Strong balance sheet.
  • Experienced management team.
  • Long-term strategic view.
  • Early refinancing of debt facilities.
  • Focus on organic growth.
  • Asset recycling program.
  • Engaging with suppliers for stable pricing.
  • Bulk purchasing power.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Wildfire
  • Inland flood
  • Cyclone
  • Water stress
  • Heatwave
  • Sea level rise
Transition Risks
  • Policy and regulation changes
  • Cost of capital
  • Cost of energy and carbon
  • Reputational risks
Opportunities
  • Energy efficiency improvements
  • On-site renewable energy generation
  • Development of sustainable products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD, GRI, UNGC

Certifications: DGNB Gold (Berlin office), Achilles Carbon Reduce Certification (Germany & UK)

Third-party Assurance: Achilles

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
  • Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
  • Goal 13: Climate action

Initiatives contribute to these goals through emissions reduction, renewable energy use, sustainable building practices, and community engagement.

Awards & Recognition

  • Green-BIM Award 2022

Reporting Period: 2024

Environmental Metrics

Scope 1 Emissions:220.16 tCO2e (Germany); 42.21 tCO2e (UK)
Scope 2 Emissions:313.78 tCO2e (Germany); 115.03 tCO2e (UK)
Scope 3 Emissions:80,044.42 tCO2e (Germany); 5,869.12 tCO2e (UK)
Renewable Energy Share:73% in UK; 99.7% forecasted in Germany

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Social Impact
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Maintained net zero emissions in Germany for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
  • Achieved carbon neutrality in the UK for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
  • Set an ambition to reduce Scope 3 carbon emissions intensity per square meter by 45% by 2030.

Social Achievements

  • Delivered 1,580 days of training across the Group.
  • Launched PRISMA program supporting refugees in Germany.
  • Launched Prakti-Match program promoting internships.

Governance Achievements

  • Completed first full submission to CDP.
  • Commenced a new ESG materiality assessment.
  • ESG is linked to executive remuneration.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero for Scope 3 emissions in UK by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce Group Scope 3 carbon emissions intensity per square meter by 45% by 2030.
  • Achieve net zero for Scope 3 emissions in Germany by 2045.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce water consumption in Germany.
  • Complete smart meter installation in Germany by 2027.
  • Upgrade UK portfolio to EPC B by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

  • Higher interest rate environment.
  • Geopolitical uncertainty.
  • Uncertainty over German and UK economic growth.
  • Scope 3 emissions accounting for over 98% of total emissions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Refinancing of secured lending facilities.
  • Focus on driving rental income growth and defending asset values.
  • €165.3m capital raise.
  • Asset recycling program.
  • Development of decarbonisation pathway to 2030.
  • Collaboration with tenants on decarbonisation efforts.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
  • Wildfire
  • Cyclone
  • Water stress
  • Heatwave
  • Sea level rise
Transition Risks
  • Policy and regulation changes
  • Cost of capital
  • Cost of energy and carbon
  • Stakeholder concerns
Opportunities
  • Energy efficiency and electricity generation
  • Increased demand for low-carbon buildings and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD, GRI, SBTi, CRREM

Certifications: ISO 14064-1:2018, ISO 14064-3:2019

Third-party Assurance: Achilles, Toitū Envirocare

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Smartspace flexible workspace

Awards & Recognition

  • Green-BIM Award 2022