Kimco Realty Corporation, a leading player in the retail real estate sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the East Coast, West Coast, and parts of Canada. Specialising in the acquisition, development, and management of shopping centres, Kimco Realty is renowned for its commitment to enhancing community experiences through well-located retail spaces. With a diverse portfolio that includes over 400 properties, Kimco Realty stands out for its focus on sustainability and innovation in retail environments. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) to adopt a comprehensive sustainability strategy. As a result, Kimco Realty has solidified its market position, consistently recognised for its operational excellence and community engagement initiatives.
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In 2020, Kimco Realty reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 43,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,501,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 30,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,397,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the waste generated in operations accounted for a significant portion of their Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 62,929,000 kg CO2e. Kimco Realty has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tackling its carbon footprint.
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2015 | 2016 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,372,660 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 49,116,550 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 16,565,920 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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