Paramount Group, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:41348 mtCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:3670 mtCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:37678 mtCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:165576 MWh
Water Consumption:334338 m3
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 43% reduction from a 2015 baseline in MWh of energy. 2021 consumption was 165,576 MWh, compared to a consumption of 294,093 MWh in 2015.
- Reduced GHG emissions from 74,022 mtCO2e to 41,348 mtCO2e from 2015 to 2021.
- Reduced water consumption by 46% in 2021 from a 2016 baseline.
- 2021 waste diversion rate was 44.58%.
Social Achievements
- 100% of Paramount's employees are provided paid parental leave.
- Implemented a number of initiatives to proactively manage the workplace and personal challenges associated with COVID-19.
- 83% response rate on 2021 employee engagement survey.
Governance Achievements
- 8 out of 9 Paramount's Board of Directors are independent.
- The Compensation Committee incorporates key ESG-centric goals into Executive Management variable pay awards.
- Zero instances of reported critical concerns in 2021.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- 35% portfolio-wide reduction in energy consumption by 2025
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water usage by 10% by 2025
- 50% waste diversion rate by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Potential local water stress and water quantity and quality disruptions.
- Climate-related risks (detailed in 2021 TCFD Report)
Mitigation Strategies
- Water efficiency strategies including low-flow fixtures, data tracking, water submeters, and efficient irrigation.
- Comprehensive strategy to achieve a 35% portfolio-wide reduction in energy consumption by 2025.
- Risk management processes detailed in 2021 TCFD Report and 2021 ESG Report
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 76% of annual spend with Critical Tier 1 Suppliers covered by ESG Monitoring Survey in 2021.
Responsible Procurement
- Vendor Code of Conduct
- Human Rights Policy
- ESG Monitoring Survey
- Sustainable Purchasing Policy aligned with LEED guidelines
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, GRESB, UN SDGs
Certifications: ENERGY STAR, LEED, Fitwel
Third-party Assurance: Sustainable Investment Group
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed