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Essex Property Trust, Inc., a prominent player in the real estate services industry, is headquartered in the United States and primarily operates across the West Coast, including key markets such as California and Washington. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a leader in multifamily residential properties, focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality apartment communities.
With a portfolio that boasts over 60,000 apartment homes, Essex Property Trust is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovative living solutions. The company’s unique approach to property management and resident services sets it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its strong market position, Essex has received numerous accolades for its operational excellence and community engagement, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in real estate.
+4 vs industry average
Essex Property Trust’s score of 33 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Essex Property Trust reported total Scope 1 emissions of 28,969,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 9,389,000 kg CO2e in 2024. In 2023, their Scope 1 emissions were 31,871,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 11,492,000 kg CO2e. This data originates directly from Essex Property Trust, Inc.
The company has set several climate commitments. Essex Property Trust aims to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. They also have a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 35% from a 2018 baseline by 2030.
Validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Essex Property Trust, Inc. commits to reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 absolute GHG emissions by 67.2% by 2034 from a 2018 base year. Furthermore, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, and downstream leased assets by 35% by 2034 from a 2023 base year. These SBTi targets are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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67.2% reduction in Scope 2
Essex Property Trust, Inc. commits to reduce scope 2 absolute GHG emissions 67.2% by 2034 from a 2018 base year.
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67.2% reduction in Scope 1
Essex Property Trust, Inc. commits to reduce scope 1 absolute GHG emissions 67.2% by 2034 from a 2018 base year.
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35% reduction in scope 3 total
Essex Property Trust, Inc. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation…
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