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 1,154,000 kg CO2e, comprising 694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 15,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (downstream leased assets). This represents a significant reduction of 66% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to their 2019 baseline, amounting to 70,154 metric tons CO2e. Vornado has committed to ambitious climate targets, having set a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment in 2021 to reduce Scope 1 and 2 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, aligning with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization. Vornado Realty Trust continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint within the real estate sector in the United States.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 |
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