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Avalonbay Communities

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., commonly referred to as AvalonBay, is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including the East Coast, West Coast, and the Pacific Northwest. Specialising in the development, redevelopment, and management of high-quality apartment communities, AvalonBay is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovative living solutions. With a portfolio that includes over 290 communities, AvalonBay stands out for its focus on creating vibrant, amenity-rich environments that enhance the living experience. The company has achieved notable milestones, including being listed on the S&P 500, reflecting its strong market position and financial stability. AvalonBay's dedication to customer satisfaction and community engagement further solidifies its reputation as a leader in the multifamily housing industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Avalonbay Communities's score of 45 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Avalonbay Communities's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, AvalonBay Communities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15389000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 23316000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 411301000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in environmental impact reporting. AvalonBay has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 53% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per square foot by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 47% per square foot within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 2°C. The company's emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on improving efficiency, with a total Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity of 12760 kg CO2e per full-time equivalent (FTE) in 2023. AvalonBay's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint underscores its commitment to sustainability within the real estate sector.

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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Avalonbay Communities's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Avalonbay Communities is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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