Vornado Realty Trust, commonly referred to as Vornado, is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in the United States. Established in 1982, Vornado has built a strong presence in major markets, particularly in New York City and Washington, D.C. The company focuses on the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality office and retail properties, distinguishing itself through its innovative approach to urban real estate. With a diverse portfolio that includes iconic buildings and mixed-use developments, Vornado has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and successful redevelopment projects. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and design excellence, Vornado Realty Trust continues to solidify its position as a leader in the real estate industry, consistently delivering value to its investors and tenants alike.
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In 2023, Vornado Realty Trust reported total carbon emissions of approximately 233,793,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 30,231,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 46,665,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 44,506,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, specifically from downstream leased assets. In the US, their total emissions were about 1,154,000 kg CO2e, comprising 694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based). Vornado has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 66% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, amounting to 70,154 metric tons CO2e, compared to a 2019 baseline. This reduction target is part of their commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where they aim to decrease emissions intensity by 64% per square foot by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This commitment includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. Overall, Vornado Realty Trust's climate commitments reflect a robust approach to sustainability within the real estate sector, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,577,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 177,977,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 65,512,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Vornado Realty Trust's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 32% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 37% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Vornado Realty Trust 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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