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Equity Residential

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Equity Residential, a leading player in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence in major urban markets across the country, focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality apartment communities. With a portfolio that spans over 300 properties, Equity Residential is renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional living experiences through innovative design and superior customer service. The company’s strategic emphasis on urban locations positions it favourably within the competitive multifamily housing market. Notable achievements include a consistent ranking among the top REITs in the industry, reflecting its robust operational performance and dedication to sustainability. Equity Residential continues to set the standard for excellence in residential living, making it a trusted choice for renters nationwide.

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How does Equity Residential'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.

59

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Equity Residential's score of 59 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

76%

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Equity Residential's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Equity Residential reported total carbon emissions of approximately 262,519,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 62,911,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 46,120,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, with downstream leased assets contributing about 137,391,000 kg CO2e and waste generated in operations adding around 16,097,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 280,709,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 18,190,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This trend reflects a commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction. Equity Residential has set ambitious targets to further reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Additionally, the company has pledged to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and similarly aims for its Scope 2 emissions to reach near zero within the same timeframe. These initiatives demonstrate Equity Residential's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its dedication to sustainable practices in the real estate sector.

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Scope 2
50,623,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Equity Residential's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Equity Residential is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Equity Residential is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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