National Health Investors, Inc. (NHI) is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States, specialising in the healthcare sector. Founded in 1991, NHI has established itself as a key player in the investment and management of senior housing and healthcare properties, primarily across the United States. NHI focuses on acquiring and financing properties that cater to the needs of the ageing population, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and independent living facilities. What sets NHI apart is its commitment to long-term partnerships with operators, ensuring high-quality care and sustainable returns. With a robust portfolio and a strategic approach to investment, NHI has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted leader in healthcare real estate.
How does National Health Investors, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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National Health Investors, Inc.'s score of 20 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, National Health Investors, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 248,537,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,348,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 3,961,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, resulting in a combined total of 8,309,000 kg CO2e for these two scopes. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority, at about 240,228,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream leased assets (approximately 239,959,000 kg CO2e) and other categories such as business travel and employee commute. Despite the substantial emissions, National Health Investors, Inc. has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not currently participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. All emissions data is reported directly from National Health Investors, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,348,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,961,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
National Health Investors, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

