Realty Income Corporation, often referred to simply as Realty Income, is a prominent player in the real estate services 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 convenience store sectors.
With a unique business model centred around monthly dividend payments, Realty Income has earned the nickname "The Monthly Dividend Company." Its extensive portfolio spans across major operational regions in the US, showcasing a commitment to long-term, sustainable growth. Notable achievements include a consistent track record of dividend payments, making it a favourite among income-focused investors. Realty Income's strategic approach and market position underscore its reputation as a reliable and innovative entity in the real estate sector.
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Realty Income’s score of 29 is lower than 46% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Realty Income's reported carbon emissions
Realty Income, a US-based real estate services company, reported total global emissions of approximately 16.5 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure comprises approximately 495,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 1.05 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and an estimated 15 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
In 2023, the company's total global emissions were approximately 16 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 480,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 14.5 billion kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total global emissions of around 15.4 billion kg CO2e, including 470,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 980,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 14 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Realty Income has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 for Scope 1 and Scope 2. Additionally, there is a commitment to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, supported by initiatives such as increasing renewable energy use, implementing energy-efficient refrigeration, and expanding a fleet of low-emission delivery vehicles.
The company's Scope 3 emissions are significantly influenced by downstream leased assets, which accounted for over 5.2 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and over 2.6 billion kg CO2e in 2023. Other substantial Scope 3 categories include purchased goods and services and capital goods.
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Realty Income’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
We aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2030
We aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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