Macerich
Macerich, officially known as The Macerich Company, is a prominent player in the retail real estate industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a leader in the development, management, and leasing of high-quality retail properties, primarily in major metropolitan regions across the US. Macerich's portfolio includes a diverse range of shopping centres, known for their unique blend of luxury and lifestyle brands, which sets them apart in the competitive market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainable practices and innovative redevelopment projects. With a strong market position, Macerich continues to enhance the shopping experience, making it a key contributor to the evolution of retail environments.
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Industry Benchmark
Macerich's score of 54 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Macerich's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Macerich reported total carbon emissions of approximately 231,420,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 28,470,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 15,791,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 187,159,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions comprise various categories, with downstream leased assets contributing about 129,309,000 kg CO2e. Macerich has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the real estate sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,405,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,676,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 113,220,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Macerich is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
