Climate Change Data

Capital & Regional PLC

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2021, 2023)

Reporting Period: 2019

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:123,522 tCO2e/year (2019)
Scope 1 Emissions:4%
Scope 2 Emissions:13%
Scope 3 Emissions:83%
Renewable Energy Share:100% for electricity

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Occupier Engagement

Environmental Achievements

  • Switched to 100% renewable electricity sources (wind and solar power)
  • Conducted net zero carbon asset audits to identify retrofit measures

Social Achievements

  • Developed an occupier engagement plan including surveys and training
  • Upskilling teams on sustainability

Governance Achievements

  • Commitment to achieve net zero carbon by 2040, aligned with the Better Building Partnership’s (BBP) Climate Commitment

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero carbon by 2040
Medium-term Goals:
  • Conduct whole life carbon and climate risk assessments for all refurbishments and fit-outs
  • Increase on-site renewable energy generation
  • Maximise high-quality renewable energy procurement
Short-term Goals:
  • Define and introduce sustainable refurbishment guidelines

Environmental Challenges

  • Transition to gas has been slower and more challenging, particularly for Food & Beverage occupiers
  • Occupier-related emissions represent the largest proportion of the carbon footprint
Mitigation Strategies
  • Exploring potential to increase on-site renewable energy (solar PV)
  • Implementing an enhanced occupier engagement strategy focused on collaboration and training on sustainability

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Developing sustainable guidelines for refurbishments and fit-outs

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), Better Building Partnership (BBP), Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:4,076 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:609 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:3,467 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:100%

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • People & Community
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced natural gas consumption by 41%
  • Reduced electricity consumption by 2%
  • Zero waste sent to landfill from centres
  • 100% renewable electricity across all assets
  • 2,377 trees planted by Snozone, offsetting 600 tons of CO2

Social Achievements

  • Launched Stress and Mental Wellbeing Policy
  • 12 employees completed Mental Health First Aider course
  • C&R employees became mentors to young people through STEP NOW
  • Rolled out World Host’s Inclusive Service Training programme to over 100 staff
  • Supported over 167 local charities

Governance Achievements

  • Established ESG Committee
  • Completed equity raise and debt restructuring
  • Developed a net zero carbon strategy

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net zero emissions by 2040
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040
Short-term Goals:
  • Increase Cycle to Work scheme participation to 25%

Environmental Challenges

  • Impact of Covid-19 pandemic on retail sales and property valuations
  • Structural changes in the retail sector
  • High debt levels
  • Climate change
Mitigation Strategies
  • Debt restructuring and equity raise
  • Reclassification of assets as held for sale
  • Focus on essential, non-discretionary retail and services
  • Development of net zero carbon strategy
  • Proactive engagement with lenders and tenants

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Engagement with suppliers to reduce Scope 3 emissions

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
Opportunities
  • Reducing operational costs and capital expenditure

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD, UN SDGs

Certifications: Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality
  • Goal 13: Climate Action
  • Goal 4: Quality Education
  • Goal 1: No Poverty

Initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and partnerships

Awards & Recognition

  • Snozone voted “Best Sporting Venue” at the School Travel Awards

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:4011 tCO2e (location-based, excludes Gyle)
Scope 1 Emissions:410 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:3686 tCO2e (location-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:5969 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:100% (shopping centres' landlord electricity)
Water Consumption:92,622 m3 (Total C&R obtained)
Waste Generated:2,426 tons (Total amount)
Carbon Intensity:1.22 kgCO2e/sqft (Group total)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Social Responsibility
  • Community Engagement
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced energy consumption by 8% compared to 2022
  • Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 35% since 2019 (location-based)
  • 100% of shopping centres' electricity from renewable sources
  • 12,627 trees planted between C&R and Snozone, offsetting 403 tons of CO2
  • Improved EPC rating of three centres from D to B

Social Achievements

  • Launched new cultural principles: Bring the World In, Uplift the Everyday, Make it Count, Win as One
  • 91% of respondents to diversity and inclusion survey say C&R cultivates an inclusive environment
  • 74% team retention at Snozone
  • Supported 140 charities and 153 community groups
  • Provided or raised £370,000 in community financial support

Governance Achievements

  • Completed acquisition of Gyle Shopping Centre
  • Implemented a Climate Adaptation Plan
  • Established an EPC Management Dashboard
  • Implemented a Social Impact Measurement and Management Framework
  • Complied with 11 of 11 TCFD recommendations

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net zero emissions by 2040
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve 80% reduction in operational carbon (scope 1 & 2) by 2036
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce water consumption by 10% compared to 2023

Environmental Challenges

  • Reduced car park usage due to modal shift and development impacts
  • Occupier failures (e.g., Wilko administration)
  • Managing Scope 3 emissions (occupier energy consumption)
  • Maintaining high occupancy levels amidst economic uncertainty
  • Rising interest rates and inflation impacting consumer spending
Mitigation Strategies
  • Exploring alternative car park uses (EV charging, storage, logistics)
  • Swiftly re-letting vacated Wilko units to B&M
  • Commissioned online solution for accurate occupier energy data collection
  • Disciplined approach to leasing, focusing on non-discretionary retail
  • Proactive debt management, securing debt at competitive rates and extending loan maturities

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Modern Slavery Act compliance
  • Anti-bribery and corruption Act compliance

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
  • Storm damage
  • Heat stress
  • Water stress and drought
Transition Risks
  • Energy decarbonisation
  • Financial market uncertainty
  • Increased regulation
  • Shifting market expectations
  • Insurance challenges
  • Supply chain disruptions
Opportunities
  • Harnessing low-carbon technologies
  • Securing premium tenants with robust sustainability strategies

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRESB, BBP Climate Commitment, TCFD, EPRA sBPR, GHG Protocol

Certifications: REGO (Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin), ISO 14001, Cyber Essentials Plus, BREEAM Very Good (The Mall Wood Green)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 1: No Poverty
  • Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • Goal 4: Quality Education
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality
  • Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • Goal 13: Climate Action

Initiatives contributing to these goals are detailed throughout the ESG report.

Awards & Recognition

  • REVO Awards (Asset Management Initiative, Community Initiative)
  • HSJ Partnership Awards (Best Consultancy Partnership)
  • School Travel Awards (Best Sporting Venue)