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.
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Ventas's score of 38 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Ventas, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 129,420,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 274,227,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 429,851,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 403,647,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Ventas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero operational carbon emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2040. Additionally, the company 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 aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is indicative of Ventas's commitment to climate action. In previous years, Ventas's emissions have shown variability, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 349,110,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 348,966,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company is actively working to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions as part of its broader sustainability strategy. Overall, Ventas's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with clear targets and a focus on transparency in emissions reporting.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
Ventas has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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