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.
DitchCarbon Score
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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Industry Benchmark
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s score of 30 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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 17,808,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 32,347,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 84,301,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the company has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, total emissions reached about 202,230,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at 17,041,000 kg CO2e and 30,979,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions in 2021 included significant contributions from waste generated in operations, amounting to 84,915,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Equity Lifestyle Properties has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the real estate sector, which is increasingly under pressure to address climate change and reduce carbon footprints. Overall, while Equity Lifestyle Properties has made strides in reporting its emissions, further commitments and initiatives may be necessary to align with industry standards and expectations for climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,291,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,088,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 64,306,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
