Physicians Realty Trust
Physicians Realty Trust, commonly referred to as DOC, is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2013, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the healthcare real estate sector, focusing primarily on the acquisition, development, and management of healthcare facilities. With a strong presence across major operational regions in the US, Physicians Realty Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality, purpose-built medical office buildings and outpatient facilities.
The company’s unique approach combines strategic partnerships with healthcare providers and a commitment to enhancing patient care environments. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of properties that cater to the evolving needs of the healthcare industry, positioning Physicians Realty Trust as a trusted partner in the healthcare real estate market.
-12 vs industry average
Physicians Realty Trust’s score of 16 is lower than 33% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Physicians Realty Trust's reported carbon emissions
Physicians Realty Trust (US) has disclosed Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data for 2021, reporting approximately 4.03 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 41.58 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions for this period. In terms of climate commitments, Physicians Realty Trust has set a Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) near-term target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as a base year. This target, approved via a streamlined route for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), aligns with keeping global warming well-below 2°C, and specifically with a 1.5°C pathway. The company also commits to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions. Previously, Physicians Realty Trust had a near-term target to reduce energy use intensity by 10% by 2021, with units in kBTU/SF, and a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 10% by 2021, with units in tonnes CO2e. The provided emissions data for Physicians Realty Trust is not cascaded from a parent organisation, but is self-reported.
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Physicians Realty Trust’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2021
10% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce energy use intensity, targeting a 10% reduction by 2021. Units are kBTU/SF.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Healthpeak Properties, Inc.The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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