Cushman & Wakefield Unveils 2024 Sustainability Report Highlighting Key Achievements

CHICAGO - Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a prominent global real estate services firm, released its much-anticipated 2024 Sustainability Report on July 8, 2025. This comprehensive report underscores the firm's unwavering commitment to operational excellence and responsible business practices, revealing significant advancements in various sustainability domains over the past year.

The report serves as a key indicator of Cushman & Wakefield's efforts to influence sustainable practices within the built environment, as expressed by Jessica Francisco, Chief Sustainability Officer at the firm. "We recognize the profound role we play in shaping a sustainable future for the built environment. Our 2024 Sustainability Report reflects the strides we’ve made toward reducing our carbon footprint, enhancing energy efficiency, and fostering communities that thrive," Francisco stated.

The 2024 report details several notable achievements, including: - Providing sustainability services for 85,126 buildings, totaling over 1.18 billion square feet. - Exceeding its target of a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions relative to a 2019 baseline, achieving this six years ahead of schedule. - Procuring 87% of electricity for the firm's corporate offices from renewable sources.

Additionally, Cushman & Wakefield introduced its new DRIVE values—Driven, Resilient, Inclusive, Visionary, and Entrepreneurial. According to internal engagement surveys, 91% of employees reported an understanding of these values, reflecting a strong organizational culture aligned with sustainability goals.

Nathaniel Robinson, Chief Investment & Strategy Officer, emphasized the strategic importance of sustainability for the firm. "At Cushman & Wakefield, advancing a more sustainable future is a strategic imperative that we have committed to delivering on for our business, clients, and stakeholders. By aligning our sustainability initiatives with our broader strategic priorities, we are building resilience, unlocking opportunities for growth, and setting a new benchmark for performance and responsibility across the commercial real estate industry," Robinson said.

The firm’s commitment to sustainability has not gone unnoticed, as it was recently recognized by USA TODAY as one of America’s Climate Leaders for 2025.

Cushman & Wakefield's 2024 Sustainability Report is a testament to the firm's dedication to maintaining transparency and accountability in its sustainability initiatives. With approximately 52,000 employees across nearly 400 offices in 60 countries, the firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion in 2024, underscoring its role as a leader in the commercial real estate sector.

As the demand for sustainable practices in real estate continues to grow, Cushman & Wakefield's proactive approach may set a precedent for industry standards, influencing environmental policies and business strategies worldwide. The firm’s future plans, including further enhancements in energy efficiency and community engagement, will likely shape its trajectory in the coming years.

For more detailed insights, stakeholders and interested parties can access the full report on Cushman & Wakefield's official website.