Ventas, Inc., a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), is headquartered in the United States and primarily operates across the healthcare and senior living sectors. Founded in 2002, the company has established itself as a significant player in the industry, focusing on the acquisition, development, and management of a diverse portfolio of properties, including senior housing, medical office buildings, and skilled nursing facilities. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, Ventas offers unique services that cater to the evolving needs of the healthcare market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a strong market position as one of the largest healthcare REITs in the country, recognised for its innovative approach and strategic partnerships. Ventas continues to set the standard in the industry, driving growth and delivering value to its stakeholders.
How does Ventas's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Ventas's score of 38 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ventas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 132,155,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 262,646,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 441,910,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 394,801,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero operational carbon emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2040. Additionally, Ventas has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. In previous years, Ventas has shown a consistent effort in emissions management, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions reported at approximately 349,110,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 348,966,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company is also focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which are critical for a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, Ventas's commitment to significant emissions reductions and its long-term net zero goal position it as a proactive player in the real estate sector's response to climate change.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 81,260,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 327,122,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 382,615,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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