Whitestone REIT, officially known as Whitestone Real Estate Investment Trust, is a prominent player in the real estate investment sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2007, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, focusing primarily on the acquisition, development, and management of retail and mixed-use properties. Specialising in community-centric shopping centres, Whitestone REIT distinguishes itself through its commitment to enhancing local economies and fostering tenant relationships. The company’s portfolio features a diverse range of properties that cater to essential services and lifestyle needs, positioning it favourably within the market. With a reputation for quality and innovation, Whitestone REIT continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its status as a leader in the retail real estate industry.
How does Whitestone REIT'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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Whitestone REIT's score of 14 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Whitestone REIT reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, alongside about 3,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to downstream leased assets. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 19,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 3,003,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the company recorded about 21,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, approximately 3,115,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and around 3,514,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a decrease in Scope 3 emissions from 2021 to 2022. Whitestone REIT has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, nor does it inherit emissions data from a parent company. The organisation is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, as evidenced by its disclosures to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).
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Whitestone REIT 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.
