Carbon Footprint — Operations: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease reports full Scope 1 (31Kt) and Scope 2 (68Kt location-based) emissions for FY24, with GHG Protocol methodology and KPMG limited assurance since 2014. Multi-year tracking is provided in the ESG Databook with granular breakdown by business segment and region. The 89% gross Scope 1 and 2 reduction since 2020 (FY25 Green Bond Impact Report) demonstrates a strong declining trend, though total S1+S2 still around 99Kt in FY24.

Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease acknowledges that approximately 90% of its total carbon emissions are Scope 3, from upstream (construction materials like steel, cement, aluminium, glass) and downstream (tenant energy use). They launched the Lendlease Scope 3 Emissions Protocol V.1 in 2023 to define reporting boundaries and engaged with industry on measurement challenges. FY25 Basis of Preparation references Scope 3 reporting in Appendix 1, with estimated data by region and segment. However, total quantified Scope 3 f

Emissions Trajectory: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease has achieved an 89% reduction in gross Scope 1 and 2 emissions since launching Mission Zero in 2020 (FY25 Green Bond Report), and achieved Net Zero for Scope 1 and 2 by FY25 target year. This is absolute reduction, not intensity-based. In Europe, Scope 1 emissions fell 62% in FY24 vs FY21 through HVO and electrification. Company tracks below its 1.5°C-aligned trajectory. However, Scope 3 reductions are more limited (10.5% achieved in Americas) and full value chain trajectory is less cl

Energy Source: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease achieved 100% renewable electricity globally by FY25, five years ahead of its 2030 target. In FY24, 65% of electricity was from renewable sources, and in UK construction, 99% of liquid fuels were from renewable sources (HVO). The company pursues onsite solar generation at selected assets and active electrification of construction equipment. This places Lendlease at near-world-class level for energy sourcing in the construction sector.

Nature & Biodiversity Impact: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease has joined TNFD as a Forum Member and is undertaking a global Nature & Biodiversity strategic review using the TNFD LEAP approach. Specific projects include biodiversity net gain targets at MIND (Milan), habitat features at London parks, and native planting requirements at Singtel Comcentre. However, the strategic review was still underway as of FY24, and no quantified nature footprint or verified deforestation-free supply chain commitment has been published. For a construction/real es

Resource Use & Waste: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease tracks and reports waste data by business segment and region since 2014, with KPMG limited assurance on waste metrics. The FY24 and FY25 Basis of Preparation documents include defined waste metric categories. Construction waste diversion is targeted in green building certifications for eligible projects (Green Bond Report references waste diversion). The company has used low embodied carbon materials (e.g., low-carbon aluminium at One Sydney Harbour, low-carbon cement at 555 Collins St

Water Impact: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease has measured and reported water data since 2014, with KPMG limited assurance on water metrics. The FY25 Basis of Preparation defines mains potable water metrics within the corporate boundary. The Singtel Comcentre project targets a 69% reduction in potable water consumption. However, group-level water reduction targets, quantified water footprint, or detailed water stewardship programmes were not prominent in the search results. For a construction/real estate company, water usage is ma

Targets & Commitments: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease has SBTi-validated near-term targets (validated 2022, 1.5°C aligned): 62% absolute Scope 1+2 reduction by FY2030 from FY2014 baseline, and 53% Scope 3 intensity reduction from purchased goods per AUD value added by FY2030. Their own Mission Zero targets are more ambitious: Net Zero S1+S2 by 2025 (achieved) and Absolute Zero S1+S2+S3 by 2040 without offsets. The Absolute Zero by 2040 target is notably ambitious for a construction company. The Scope 3 SBTi target is intensity-based (per

Transparency & Accountability: How does Lendlease score?

Lendlease publishes an integrated Annual Report with sustainability section, a comprehensive ESG Databook (FY25 available) covering emissions, energy, water, waste with KPMG limited assurance since 2014. TCFD-aligned disclosure has been published since 2018, now transitioning to ASRS/ISSB standards. The company has a dedicated Group Head of Sustainability and Foundation. Green Bond Impact Reports provide additional project-level disclosure. However, no evidence of executive compensation linked t

Controversies & Red Flags: How does Lendlease score?

No greenwashing lawsuits, regulatory fines, or significant environmental controversies were found for Lendlease in search results. InfluenceMap notes a positive top-line position on climate policy but minimal direct policy engagement. Lendlease is a member of the Business Council of Australia, which has historically engaged in obstructive lobbying on climate policy — this misaligned trade association membership warrants a deduction of 1 point. No evidence of direct anti-climate lobbying by Lendl

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Lendlease Sustainability Score: 55/100

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~10,800 employees~A$8.4B revenue99Kt CO₂e totalRanked #37 of 503Website ↗

Lendlease is a construction / real estate company headquartered in AU with total reported emissions of 99Kt CO₂e per year. Based on our 10-question rubric, Lendlease scores 55/100 — rated as making progress on sustainability but with room to improve.

SINK Score Breakdown

How we calculated Lendlease's score using our formula: (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × Scale Penalty

Base Impact

Construction / Real Estate industry ceiling

Performance

68/100

10 questions scored below

Scale Penalty

0.95x

emissions volume multiplier

SINK Score

(0.3 × 35 + 0.7 × 68) × 0.95 = 55

Emissions Breakdown

Scope 1

31Kt

Direct emissions

Scope 2

68Kt

Energy (purchased)

Total

99Kt

CO₂e per year

10-Question Rubric Breakdown

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8/10

Carbon Footprint — Operations

5/10

Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain

8/10

Emissions Trajectory

9/10

Energy Source

5/10

Nature & Biodiversity Impact

6/10

Resource Use & Waste

5/10

Water Impact

8/10

Targets & Commitments

7/10

Transparency & Accountability

Q10

7/10

Controversies & Red Flags

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