Equity Residential
Equity Residential, a leading name in the real estate services industry, is headquartered in the United States and primarily operates in major urban markets across the country. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the multifamily residential sector, focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality apartment communities.
With a portfolio that spans thousands of units, Equity Residential is renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional living experiences through innovative property management and customer service. The company’s strategic approach to urban living and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, earning it recognition as one of the largest publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the United States. Through its dedication to quality and community engagement, Equity Residential continues to shape the landscape of modern urban living.
+4 vs industry average
Equity Residential’s score of 33 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Equity Residential's reported carbon emissions
Equity Residential's carbon emissions for 2023 totalled approximately 262.5 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 62.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 46.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to roughly 153.5 million kg CO2e (comprising downstream leased assets and waste generated in operations).
In 2022, total emissions were approximately 280.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 68.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 48.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 163.1 million kg CO2e.
The company has set a science-based target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. This target is aligned with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Their Scope 1 and 2 targets are also considered consistent with reductions required for a Well-below 2°C scenario. Previously, Equity Residential had a near-term target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% of 2011 levels by 2021.
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Equity Residential’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2023
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