Public Storage Sustainability Profile
Public Storage, a leading name in the self-storage industry, was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in the United States. With a strong presence across major operational regions, including California, Texas, and Florida, the company has established itself as a trusted provider of storage solutions. Specialising in self-storage units, Public Storage offers a diverse range of sizes and features, catering to both personal and business needs. Their unique approach includes climate-controlled units and 24-hour access, ensuring customers have flexibility and security. Recognised for its market leadership, Public Storage operates thousands of facilities nationwide, making it one of the largest self-storage companies in the world. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative services, Public Storage continues to set the standard in the storage industry.
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How does Public Storage'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Public Storage's score of 54 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Public Storage's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Public Storage reported total carbon emissions of approximately 139,809,000 kg CO2e, comprising 18,310,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 107,409,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 181,760,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 44,827,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Public Storage has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 12% reduction in emissions by the end of 2025, using 2022 as a reference year. Long-term goals include achieving a 45% reduction in utility-based emissions (kg CO2e/ft²) by 2032, also based on a 2022 baseline. The company is actively working towards a net-zero pathway, with specific targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions set for 2030. Public Storage's emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from any parent organization.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,016,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 98,017,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Public Storage's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 74% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Public Storage's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Public Storage 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.
