Veris Residential Inc

Common Name
Veris Residential
Country
United States
Sector
Real Estate
Industry
REIT - Residential
Employees
188
Ticker
VRE
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Veris Residential Inc., a real estate investment trust (REIT), primarily focuses on owning, managing, and developing multifamily properties in dynamic urban environments. As a key player in the real e...

Veris Residential's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Veris Residential completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Veris Residential has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. Veris Residential's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Veris Residential's Sustainability Report 2024

Insights into Veris Residential's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Veris Residential amounted to 12,565 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Veris Residential decreased by 20.29%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Veris Residential's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202401.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e+3%+1%+7%+11%+12%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Veris Residential's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Veris Residential were 5,397 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Veris Residential reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Veris Residential's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 37.82%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Veris Residential's Scope 1 emissions increased by 12.06%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Veris Residential's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Veris Residential reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 916 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 7,168 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Veris Residential reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Veris Residential's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 46.4%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Veris Residential's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 34.52% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a

What methodology does Veris Residential use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Veris Residential reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Veris Residential's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202403.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Veris Residential's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Veris Residential reported 23,456 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Veris Residential includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Veris Residential's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20222023202408.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktCO2e-23%-10%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Veris Residential's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Veris Residential reported total Scope 3 emissions of 23,456 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 62.07% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 37.93% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Veris Residential's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Veris Residential 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Veris Residential disclose?

In 2024, Veris Residential reported emissions for 7 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Veris Residential's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Veris Residential's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Downstream Leased Assets (Cat. 13): 8,898 tCO₂e (37.93%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 5,517 tCO₂e (23.52%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 4,467 tCO₂e (19.04%)

Veris Residential's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(19.0%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(23.5%)Downstream LeasedAssets (Cat. 13)(37.9%)

Insights into Veris Residential’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Veris Residential reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 5,397 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 271 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 19.91 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Veris Residential's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1002,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502005002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)VSun CommunitiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 38,505 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,179Scope 1 Intensity: 12.11 tCO2e/$MRMR GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,394,468 tCO2eRevenue: $M 962Scope 1 Intensity: 2,488.23 tCO2e/$MFranklin Street PropertiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,124 tCO2eRevenue: $M 146Scope 1 Intensity: 7.71 tCO2e/$MHudson Pacific PropertiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 13,272 tCO2eRevenue: $M 952Scope 1 Intensity: 13.94 tCO2e/$MEquity LifeStyle PropertiesYear: 2021Scope 1: 17,041 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,255Scope 1 Intensity: 13.58 tCO2e/$MMid-America Apartment CommunitiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,070 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,149Scope 1 Intensity: 2.83 tCO2e/$MCamden Property TrustYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,163 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,544Scope 1 Intensity: 9.17 tCO2e/$MBroadstone Net LeaseYear: 2024Scope 1: 361 tCO2eRevenue: $M 432Scope 1 Intensity: 0.84 tCO2e/$MJBG SMITH PropertiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,462 tCO2eRevenue: $M 604Scope 1 Intensity: 15.66 tCO2e/$MLXP Industrial TrustYear: 2024Scope 1: 235 tCO2eRevenue: $M 358Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MAcadia Realty TrustYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,976 tCO2eRevenue: $M 360Scope 1 Intensity: 5.49 tCO2e/$MEquity ResidentialYear: 2022Scope 1: 68,855 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,735Scope 1 Intensity: 25.17 tCO2e/$MEPR PropertiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,064 tCO2eRevenue: $M 660Scope 1 Intensity: 9.19 tCO2e/$MUrban Edge PropertiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 596 tCO2eRevenue: $M 445Scope 1 Intensity: 1.34 tCO2e/$MAvalonBay CommunitiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,335 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,914Scope 1 Intensity: 7.32 tCO2e/$MEssex Property TrustYear: 2024Scope 1: 28,969 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,774Scope 1 Intensity: 16.33 tCO2e/$MCentury CommunitiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 10,562 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,692Scope 1 Intensity: 2.86 tCO2e/$MSL Green RealtyYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,991 tCO2eRevenue: $M 914Scope 1 Intensity: 4.37 tCO2e/$MInvitation HomesYear: 2022Scope 1: 5,158 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,238Scope 1 Intensity: 2.30 tCO2e/$MStarwood Property TrustYear: 2022Scope 1: 6,823 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,450Scope 1 Intensity: 4.71 tCO2e/$MUDRYear: 2023Scope 1: 16,379 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,628Scope 1 Intensity: 10.06 tCO2e/$MAmerican Homes 4 RentYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,532 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,729Scope 1 Intensity: 7.83 tCO2e/$MTangerYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,572 tCO2eRevenue: $M 526Scope 1 Intensity: 6.79 tCO2e/$MVVVeris ResidentialYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,397 tCO2eRevenue: $M 271Scope 1 Intensity: 19.91 tCO2e/$M

How does Veris Residential's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Veris Residential reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 19.91 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.71 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Veris Residential rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Veris Residential ranked 22 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Veris Residential among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Veris Residential's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Veris Residential reported a total carbon footprint of 36,021 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 13.6% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Veris Residential's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 65.12% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 19.9%. a

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