Regency Centers Corporation, commonly referred to as Regency Centers, is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Established in 1961, the company has built a strong presence in major operational regions across the country, focusing primarily on the retail sector. Regency Centres is renowned for its high-quality shopping centres, which are strategically located in affluent markets. The company’s core offerings include the development, management, and leasing of retail properties, with a unique emphasis on creating vibrant community spaces that foster local engagement. Regency Centers has achieved notable milestones, including a robust portfolio of properties that consistently attract top-tier tenants. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Regency Centers stands out in the competitive landscape of retail real estate, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Regency Centers's score of 35 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Regency Centers Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 355.8 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 24.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 331.9 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 28% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Regency Centers aims to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions as part of its climate strategy. The targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Regency Centers is actively working towards these goals, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the real estate sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000,000 |
Regency Centers's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Regency Centers has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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