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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Realty Income Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,545,000 kg CO2e. This includes 495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,050,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 15,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 15,980,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 480,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 14,500,000 kg CO2e. 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 Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, focusing on increasing renewable energy usage and enhancing energy efficiency across its operations. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that Realty Income Corporation independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives. The company actively discloses its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 325,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,992,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
