- Increased GHG emissions (1.9%) and energy use (1.2%) in 2022 compared to 2021, largely due to increased occupancy and renovations in recently acquired communities.
- Increased water use (4.6%) in 2022 due to higher occupancy.
- Limited data coverage for Scope 3 emissions and waste.
- Changes in DEI metrics due to in-housing community management.
Elme Communities
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Elme Communities disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.6K MTCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based). By scope: Scope 1: 1.8K MTCO2e; Scope 2: 3.4K MTCO2e. 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
5.6K MTCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based)
2022
Renewable Energy
72%
of total energy
Water Usage
346.7K kgal
2022
Energy Use
89.5K MWh
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 1.8K MTCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 3.4K MTCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5.6K MTCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed construction of solar panel systems generating over 670,000 kWh of clean electricity annually.
- 72% of common area electricity at stabilized communities was renewable energy purchased from local and regional sources.
- Increased building certifications (ENERGY STAR, LEED, BREEAM, IREM, Fitwel) to 72%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce whole-site water use intensity by 15% by 2031.
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based emissions intensity by 50% by 2031.
- Reduce energy use intensity by 20% by 2031.
- Increase building certifications to 85% by 2026.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG market-based emissions intensity by 50% by 2030.
- Monitor and set targets for Scope 3 emissions.
- Reduce water use intensity by 15% by 2031.
- Reduce energy use intensity by 20% by 2031.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve Net Zero GHG emissions across our portfolio by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSustainabilityEnergy EfficiencyWater ConservationWaste ReductionDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA)Employee Well-beingResident EngagementFinancial InclusionEthical GovernanceSupply Chain ResponsibilityHuman RightsData SecurityClimate Risk Management