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Hersha Hospitality Trust

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Hersha Hospitality Trust, often referred to as Hersha, is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1984, the company has established a strong presence in the hospitality industry, primarily focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of upscale hotels in key urban markets and coastal destinations across the US. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands, Hersha Hospitality Trust is recognised for its commitment to quality and guest experience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic expansions and renovations that enhance property value and operational efficiency. As a leader in the hospitality sector, Hersha continues to innovate, positioning itself as a trusted name in hotel investment and management.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Hersha Hospitality Trust's score of 23 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hersha Hospitality Trust's reported carbon emissions

Hersha Hospitality Trust, headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The company has committed to a 46% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. While specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, Hersha's commitment includes a plan to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions as well. The targets were approved through a streamlined validation route tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting the company's proactive approach to climate action. Overall, Hersha Hospitality Trust's initiatives demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability within the real estate sector, positioning the company as a responsible player in the fight against climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hersha Hospitality Trust's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Hersha Hospitality Trust is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hersha Hospitality Trust 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
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