- Limited ability to directly affect energy measurement and consumption due to triple-net lease structure.
- Climate change threats to physical assets, communities, and stakeholders.
- Challenges in collecting utility data from tenants.
- Cybersecurity risks.
Global Medical REIT Inc. (GMRE)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Global Medical REIT Inc. (GMRE) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 27.0K tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 0 tCO2e; Scope 2: 0 tCO2e; Scope 3: 27.0K tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
27.0K tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Water Usage
2.705 cubic meters
2023
Waste
6.4K tons
2023
Energy Use
82.05 M kWh
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 0 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 27.0K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 27.0K tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 28.0K tons of total e-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions (0.01 ton per square foot) |
| 2021 | 17.1K tons of total e-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions (0.01 ton per square foot) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Earned ENERGY STAR certifications for five properties.
- Improved GRESB score from 46 to 54.
- Implemented 20 HVAC upgrades and five roof replacements.
- Increased data coverage ratio from 11% to 55% for utility data.
- Expanded due diligence to include climate risk and environmental sustainability assessments.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Leveraging building improvement budgets to raise property values and improve operating efficiency.
- Renewing and re-leasing thousands of square feet, incorporating sustainability initiatives.
📅 Medium-term
- Expanding data collection efforts, focusing on quality and consistency.
- Expanding the number of properties submitted for ENERGY STAR evaluation.
🔭 Long-term
- Developing an approach to support portfolio’s potential for greenhouse gas emission reduction and setting goals.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionGovernanceEmployee EngagementHealthcare Access