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 27 is lower than 52% 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, Scope 3 emissions were significant, with 2,099,000 kg CO2e attributed to the use of sold products, 73,524,000 kg CO2e from downstream leased assets, and 84,301,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. Comparatively, in 2021, the company’s total emissions were about 202,230,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,041,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 30,979,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 154,210,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reduction in total emissions from 2021 to 2022. Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. Overall, while the company has made progress in reducing its emissions, further commitments and targets could enhance its climate strategy and sustainability efforts.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,041,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,979,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 154,210,000 | 000,000,000 |
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 76% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 53% 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.
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

