American Campus Communities
American Campus Communities, Inc. (ACC) is a leading provider of student housing in the United States, headquartered in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1993, the company has established itself as a key player in the real estate industry, focusing on the development, management, and ownership of high-quality student accommodation across major university markets. With a portfolio that includes over 200 properties, ACC offers unique living experiences tailored to the needs of students, featuring modern amenities and community-focused environments. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. As a publicly traded entity, American Campus Communities has achieved significant milestones, including being listed on the New York Stock Exchange, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the student housing sector.
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American Campus Communities's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, American Campus Communities (ACC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 499,725,000 kg CO2e, comprising 430,362,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 69,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, with a focus on reducing emissions over time. For the previous year, 2023, ACC's emissions in the US were about 534,773,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 459,896,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 74,877,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight decrease in total emissions from 2022, where they reported approximately 557,491,000 kg CO2e in the US. ACC has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by more than 40% by 2025 from a 2007 baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 50% reduction in these emissions by 2035, using a 2020 baseline. These targets demonstrate ACC's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint. Overall, American Campus Communities is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their reporting, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,681,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 124,424,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,021,000 | 00,000,000 |
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American Campus Communities is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
