Heimstaden Bostad - The only way forward

Sustainability is the only way forward and a core strategic pillar, integrated in our operations. Our sustainable mindset goes beyond creating sustainable homes and neighbourhoods, we also address society's challenges like climate change, segregation, and housing shortages.

Our values are rooted in our Scandinavian heritage:

Welfare System

No one left behind

Equality

Opportunities for all

Sustainable Mindset

Care for our planet

Targets

We have set ambitious sustainability targets and in the coming years we will implement measures such as a SEK 5 bn investment to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by at least 46%, in line with the Paris Agreement ambition to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

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Efforts

Friendly Workplace

Focus on a passionate and value-driven work culture based on a good and safe working environment, equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion.

Customer
Care

Care for our customers - promoting good health, secure living conditions, and safe and inclusive neighbourhoods.

Sustainable Properties

Address the climate crisis through sustainable energy solutions, energy and water efficiency, and biodiversity and other adaptation measures.

Society and Neighbourhoods

Offer apartments and job opportunities to those who find it hard to get housing or employment.

Governance and Reporting

Strong governance with a clear stance on transparency, fair business practices, and zero tolerance for corruption and other unethical behaviours in our entire value chain.

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Sustainability Impact

The road to mitigating climate and social challenges is long. We are transparent about our status and how we will reach our goals. Our most important KPIs from 2020 are:

18 tonnes
CO₂e/SEK million

Scope 1 & 2 emissions from energy purchased by Heimstaden Bostad and used in its properties – FY 2020

25 kg
CO₂e/sqm

Scope 1 & 2 emissions from energy purchased by Heimstaden Bostad and used in its properties – FY 2020

2%

Share of our portfolio that has social lease contracts, for people that for various reasons can’t get an apartment on their own

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Sustainability Strategy

Sustainable Mindset is one of our four strategic pillars, supported by an underlying sustainability strategy and group-wide sustainability targets covering environmental, social and governance aspects.

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