InvenTrust Properties Corp.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:14,584 mtCO2e (Scope 2, landlord-controlled common area)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:14,584 mtCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:14,105 MWh (landlord-controlled common area)
Water Consumption:93,453 kgal (landlord-controlled common area)
Waste Generated:5,791 metric tonnes diverted from landfills
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Upgraded common area lighting of 15 shopping centers (approx. 24% of portfolio) to energy-efficient LEDs, resulting in a 55-85% energy consumption reduction per upgrade.
- Installed smart energy management systems in 84% of the portfolio, aiming for 100% by the end of 2022.
- Implemented water conservation methods (xeriscaping, drip irrigation, smart controllers) in 44% of properties, saving approximately 21,000 kgal of water cumulatively.
- Diverted an estimated 5,791 metric tonnes of waste from landfills in 2021.
Social Achievements
- 97% employee participation in engagement survey, with 81% highly engaged.
- 100% employee participation in annual ESG, anti-harassment, and DEI training.
- Over 90% employee participation in charitable events.
- Implemented half-day Fridays to promote employee well-being and community involvement.
Governance Achievements
- Participated annually in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment.
- 100% employee completion of annual Code of Business Conduct and Ethics training and Cybersecurity training.
- 0 Code of Conduct violations in 2021.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 2 GHG emissions through on-site renewable energy generation (starting in Southern California, expanding to Texas and Florida).
- Achieve 30% diversity among Board of Directors.
Short-term Goals:
- Upgrade all properties with LED lighting in common areas.
- Install 12 additional EV charging stations by 2022.
- Implement Energy Management Systems at all properties by the end of 2022.
Environmental Challenges
- Hurricane exposure for 90% of properties in the Sun Belt.
- Wildfire risk for West Coast assets.
- Convective windstorms impacting Colorado and Texas assets.
- Supply chain disruptions affecting HVAC system installations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Hurricane Preparation Plan and Business Continuity Plan (BCP) outlining preparation and response methods.
- BCP for wildfires, including removal of flammable materials and fire monitoring.
- Third-party alert system and hail-resistant building materials for convective windstorms.
- Negotiation with Five Below to utilize existing HVAC systems, mitigating supply chain delays.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Partnering with vendors providing energy management systems and sustainable building materials.
- Utilizing a national trash management company for waste diversion.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Hurricanes
- Wildfires
- Convective windstorms
- Floods
Transition Risks
- Policy and Regulatory Risk
- Market Risk
Opportunities
- Solar panel installation
- Water conservation
- Waste mitigation
- Recycling programs
- EV charging stations
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Certifications: Green Lease Leader, Silver Level Recognition (2022)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
InvenTrust's initiatives align with these SDGs through employee well-being programs, training and development, diversity and inclusion efforts, water conservation, and energy efficiency improvements.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Green Lease Leader, Silver Level Recognition (2022)
- Nine CEL A-List Awards
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:2,845 MTCO2e (Scope 2, like-for-like landlord-controlled common area)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:2,845 MTCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:7,849 MWh (like-for-like landlord-controlled common area)
Water Consumption:79,114 kGal (like-for-like landlord-controlled common area)
Waste Generated:8,360 metric tonnes diverted from landfills (like-for-like)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Energy Efficiency
- Water Conservation
- Waste Reduction
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Employee Well-being
- Community Engagement
- Corporate Governance
- Cybersecurity
Environmental Achievements
- Upgraded landlord-controlled parking lot lighting to energy-efficient LEDs at all properties.
- 100% of properties have energy management systems installed.
- All properties assessed for physical climate risk.
- Doubling the number of EV charging stalls from the previous year.
- Achieved Green Lease Leader, Silver Level recognition.
Social Achievements
- Named one of Chicago’s Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune.
- 87% of employees highly engaged (per independent survey).
- 100% employee participation in charitable events.
- Rolled out DEI training to all employees.
- Enhanced hiring process to attract candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Declared Juneteenth a paid company holiday.
Governance Achievements
- Added Smita Shah to the Board of Directors, increasing board diversity to 33%.
- Linked a portion of executive compensation to the achievement of ESG goals.
- Zero code of conduct violations.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- 25% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area Scope 2 GHG emissions (2021 baseline year)
- 25% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area electricity usage (2021 baseline year)
- 5% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area water usage (2021 baseline year)
- 20% of landlord-controlled waste diverted from landfills
- 50% of properties have EV charging stations installed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Hurricane exposure (Sun Belt focus).
- Wildfire risk (West Coast assets).
- Convective windstorms (Texas assets).
- Flood risk (4% of GLA in FEMA flood zones).
- Rising costs of energy and raw materials.
- Evolving regulations and emissions-reporting obligations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Hurricane Preparation Plan and Business Continuity Plan.
- Wildfire preparation plan (removing flammable materials, fire monitoring).
- Third-party alert system for convective windstorms, hail-resistant building materials.
- Business Continuity Plan for flood events.
- Energy, water, and waste reduction initiatives.
- Monitoring of current and potential regulations.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Partnering with vendors committed to sustainable practices.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Hurricanes
- Wildfires
- Convective windstorms
- Floods
Transition Risks
- Policy and regulatory risk
- Market risk
Opportunities
- Solar panel deployment
- Water conservation
- Waste reduction
- EV charging stations
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Certifications: Green Lease Leader, Silver Level
Third-party Assurance: HXE Partners
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
- Goal 4 (Quality Education)
- Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
- Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
- Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
- Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
InvenTrust's initiatives contribute to these goals through various environmental, social, and governance programs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Green Lease Leader, Silver Level
- EV Charging Hero
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 100% of properties have energy management systems installed
- 100% of landlord-controlled common area parking lot lighting upgraded to LEDs
- 37% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions (2021 baseline year)
- 36% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area electricity usage (2021 baseline year)
- 27% reduction in like-for-like landlord-controlled common area water usage (2021 baseline year)
- 31% of landlord-controlled waste diverted from landfills
Social Achievements
- InvenTrust was named a “Top Workplace in Chicago” by The Chicago Tribune in 2023
- 100% of employees participated in a charitable volunteer events and/or fundraiser in 2023
- 87% annual employee satisfaction rate
- 83% average overall tenant satisfaction index score
Governance Achievements
- Participate annually in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment
- 33% diversity among our Board of Directors
Climate Goals & Targets
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRESB
Awards & Recognition
- Green Lease Leader, Gold Level Recognition