Safehold
Safehold Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a pioneering force in the real estate industry, specialising in ground leases. Founded in 2017, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in this niche market, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance property value and investment returns. With a strong operational presence across major urban centres, Safehold offers unique products that transform traditional real estate financing. Their core service—providing long-term ground leases—distinguishes them from competitors by enabling property owners to unlock capital while maintaining control over their assets. Recognised for its strategic approach and commitment to sustainability, Safehold has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of real estate investment.
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Safehold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Safehold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 475,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 111,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, and 364,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass business travel (243,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (70,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (38,000 kg CO2e), and downstream transportation and distribution (9,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Safehold's total emissions were about 615,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 211,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 404,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction of approximately 140,000 kg CO2e in total emissions year-on-year. Safehold has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from Safehold Inc. and is not cascaded from any parent organisation. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its commitment to transparency in climate impact.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 277,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 703,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Safehold 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.
