Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.
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.
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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 21 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
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 2,099,000 kg CO2e from 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 total emissions were significantly higher at about 202,230,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,041,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 30,979,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were notably high, totalling approximately 154,210,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from their own operations. Overall, while the company has made strides in reducing emissions from 2021 to 2022, further commitments and targets would enhance their climate strategy and accountability.
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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 |
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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.
