Essex Property Trust
Essex Property Trust, Inc., commonly referred to as Essex, is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Established in 1971, the company primarily operates in the multifamily residential sector, focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of apartment communities across key markets in California and the Pacific Northwest. With a portfolio that includes over 60,000 apartment homes, Essex distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its innovative design and operational excellence. As a prominent player in the multifamily housing industry, Essex Property Trust continues to set benchmarks for quality living environments, making it a trusted choice for residents and investors alike.
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Industry Benchmark
Essex Property Trust's score of 33 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Essex Property Trust's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, Essex Property Trust reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 31,871,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 11,492,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 57,355,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and 55,955,000 kg CO2e in 2017. Essex Property Trust has committed to near-term carbon reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively working towards improving its sustainability practices within the real estate sector, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing energy efficiency across its properties. While the company has not yet committed to a net-zero target, its ongoing initiatives reflect a commitment to addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in alignment with industry standards.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,064,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,547,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Essex Property Trust is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
