Realty Income
Realty Income Corporation, often referred to as Realty Income, is a prominent player in the real estate investment trust (REIT) industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in the acquisition and management of commercial properties, primarily focusing on single-tenant retail and commercial real estate. With a diverse portfolio spanning across major operational regions in the US, Realty Income is renowned for its monthly dividend payments, a unique feature that appeals to income-focused investors. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a consistent track record of dividend increases, positioning it as a reliable choice in the market. Realty Income's commitment to long-term leases with high-quality tenants further solidifies its reputation as a stable investment option in the competitive real estate sector.
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Realty Income's score of 36 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Realty Income's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Realty Income Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,657,973,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 55,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which consist of direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 318,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 2,657,900,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the value chain, particularly from downstream leased assets. Realty Income has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed £1 billion to achieve net-zero emissions for these scopes by 2040, focusing on increasing renewable energy usage, enhancing energy efficiency, and expanding their fleet of low-emission delivery vehicles. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear strategy to reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 325,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,123,283,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Realty Income is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
