Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. (often referred to as ELS) is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, the company has established a strong presence in the manufactured home and recreational vehicle (RV) community sectors, primarily operating across the United States and Canada. ELS focuses on acquiring, developing, and managing a diverse portfolio of properties, including manufactured home communities and RV resorts, which are distinguished by their high-quality amenities and strategic locations. With a commitment to enhancing the living experience for residents, Equity Lifestyle Properties has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader in the industry. The company’s dedication to sustainable practices and community engagement further solidifies its reputation as a trusted name in the real estate sector.
How does Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s score of 35 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50,155,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17,808,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 32,347,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, the company recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, with downstream leased assets contributing about 73,524,000 kg CO2e and waste generated in operations accounting for approximately 84,301,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the total emissions were significantly higher at approximately 202,230,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 17,041,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 30,979,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 154,210,000 kg CO2e. Equity Lifestyle Properties has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These targets were outlined in their 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report, indicating a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are directly reported by Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. This commitment to transparency and accountability reflects the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,041,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 30,979,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 154,210,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. 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.