Equites Property Fund, a leading South African real estate investment trust (REIT), is headquartered in Cape Town, ZA. Established in 2013, the company has rapidly positioned itself as a key player in the logistics and industrial property sector, focusing primarily on the development and management of high-quality logistics facilities across South Africa and the United Kingdom. Equites is renowned for its unique approach to property investment, offering a diversified portfolio that includes modern warehouses and distribution centres tailored to meet the needs of e-commerce and logistics companies. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, the fund has achieved significant milestones, including a successful listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Its strategic focus on prime locations and long-term tenant relationships has solidified Equites' reputation as a trusted partner in the property market.
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In 2024, Equites Property Fund reported total carbon emissions of approximately 191,003,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 6,200 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 177,500 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 191,003,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Equites aims to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a total reduction target of 100% from the same baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the real estate sector in South Africa.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,400 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 98,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 170,218,000 | - | - |
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Equites Property Fund has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

