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SL Green Realty Corporation, commonly referred to as SL Green, is a prominent player in the US real estate services sector. Headquartered in New York City, the company specialises in the acquisition, management, and development of commercial properties, primarily focusing on office spaces in major urban markets. Since its founding in 1997, SL Green has established a strong market presence, recognised for its strategic portfolio and innovative approach to real estate investment.
With a reputation for delivering high-quality assets and customised property solutions, SL Green stands out in the competitive real estate industry. Its core services include property management, leasing, and development, supported by a deep understanding of urban real estate dynamics. As a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), SL Green continues to shape the skyline of New York and beyond, maintaining its position as a key industry player.
+4 vs industry average
Sl Green Realty’s score of 33 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
SL Green Realty, a US-based real estate services company, reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 3.035 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 433.971 million kg CO2e in 2023. No Scope 2 emissions data was disclosed for 2023.
In 2022, the company's total reported emissions were approximately 153.04 million kg CO2e, comprising:
SL Green Realty has set ambitious climate commitments. The company has a Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) approved target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by 2031 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from capital goods by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
The company is also committed to achieving net-zero carbon operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions) by 2050, in line with the Urban Land Institute's (ULI) Net Zero by 2050 goal. Earlier commitments include a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across 8 million square feet over a 10-year period (2018-2028), as part of the New York City Mayor’s Carbon Challenge. A similar 10-year initiative from 2016 to 2026 targeted a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in partnership with tenants.
2031
50.4% reduction in Scope 2
SL Green Realty Corp. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2031 from a 2019 base year. SL Green Realty Corp. also…
2031
50.4% reduction in Scope 1
2031
50.4% reduction in Scope 1
SL Green Realty Corp. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2031 from a 2019 base year. SL Green Realty Corp. also…
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