JBG SMITH Properties
JBG SMITH Properties's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
JBG SMITH Properties has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
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Insights into JBG SMITH Properties's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JBG SMITH Properties amounted to 57,359 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JBG SMITH Properties decreased by 22.4%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b
JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of JBG SMITH Properties were 9,462 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has JBG SMITH Properties reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 8.22%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c
Compared to the previous year (2022), JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 28%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a b
What are JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 0 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 47,897 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has JBG SMITH Properties reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 21.19% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a b
What methodology does JBG SMITH Properties use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into JBG SMITH Properties's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported 7,366 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of JBG SMITH Properties includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported total Scope 3 emissions of 7,366 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 0% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 100% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has JBG SMITH Properties reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 50.35%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c
Compared to the previous year (2022), JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 19.29%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does JBG SMITH Properties disclose?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Downstream Leased Assets (Cat. 13): 7,366 tCO₂e (100%)
JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into JBG SMITH Properties’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 9,462 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 604 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 15.66 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
JBG SMITH Properties's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does JBG SMITH Properties's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 15.66 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 6.79 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does JBG SMITH Properties rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties ranked 19 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places JBG SMITH Properties among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into JBG SMITH Properties's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, JBG SMITH Properties reported a total carbon footprint of 64,725 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 22.06% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b
The largest contributor to JBG SMITH Properties's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 74% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 14.62%. a