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Kite

Kite Realty Group Trust, commonly referred to as Kite, is a prominent player in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, Kite has established a strong presence in major operational regions across the country, focusing primarily on the acquisition, development, and management of retail and mixed-use properties. Kite's portfolio is distinguished by its commitment to creating vibrant community spaces that enhance the shopping experience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful public listing and strategic partnerships that have bolstered its market position. With a keen eye for innovation and sustainability, Kite Realty continues to set itself apart in the competitive landscape of commercial real estate, making it a noteworthy entity in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Kite's score of 31 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kite's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Kite Realty Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,635,110 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,657,510 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,977,600 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2021, when total emissions were about 20,530,480 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2,275,230 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 18,255,250 kg CO2e. Kite Realty Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% 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. Additionally, the company is committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, although specific data on these emissions has not yet been disclosed. Overall, Kite Realty Group's proactive approach to carbon emissions reduction reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the real estate sector.

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2,275,230
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Scope 2
18,255,250
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kite's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very 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 Kite is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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