Sun Communities Sustainability Profile
Sun Communities, Inc., a leading player in the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle (RV) industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1975, the company has established a strong presence across key operational regions, including the Midwest, Southeast, and Southwest. Specialising in the acquisition, development, and management of manufactured home communities and RV resorts, Sun Communities offers unique living experiences that cater to diverse lifestyles. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a trusted name in the industry. With a portfolio that includes over 400 properties, Sun Communities has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for excellence in property management. Their innovative approach and focus on community development continue to set them apart in a competitive market.
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Sun Communities's score of 59 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sun Communities's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sun Communities reported total carbon emissions of approximately 530.0 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 36.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 145.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 529.9 million kg CO2e. The company has set a significant climate commitment, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions towards Net Zero by 2045, starting from 2023. In the previous year, 2023, Sun Communities' total emissions were approximately 4.99 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 38.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 148.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 4.80 billion kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024, highlighting the challenges the company faces in its sustainability journey. Sun Communities' emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that the reported figures are directly reflective of its operations. The company actively discloses its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact reporting.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,827,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 72,402,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,039,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sun Communities's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Sun Communities has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
