Qts
QTS Realty Trust, commonly referred to as QTS, is a leading provider of data centre solutions headquartered in the United States. Established in 2003, the company has expanded its operations across key regions, including the Midwest, South, and West Coast, positioning itself as a significant player in the data centre industry. QTS offers a comprehensive suite of services, including colocation, cloud services, and managed hosting, distinguished by its commitment to security and scalability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of innovative data centre designs that optimise energy efficiency and operational performance. With a strong market presence, QTS has garnered recognition for its robust infrastructure and customer-centric approach, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable data management solutions.
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Qts's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, QTS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 880,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 12,850,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and a significant 785,052,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, specifically from downstream leased assets. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 21,657,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a notable increase in emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 5,603,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 9,485,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from downstream leased assets were around 628,511,000 kg CO2e. QTS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2. This commitment was initiated in 2022 and is part of their strategy to engage in quarterly meetings to explore innovative carbon reduction methods. Additionally, QTS aims to source 100% of its electrical power from sources with no direct greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, demonstrating a proactive approach to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that QTS Realty Trust, LLC independently reports its carbon footprint and sustainability initiatives.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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