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    REITs Outperform Private Real Estate by More Than 2.0% in DB Plans

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Sustainability

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Vornado Advances Sustainability Goals with Operational Excellence

As occupancy returns, the company continues to lower energy and water use through smart operations.

04/07/2025
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Lauren Moss, Vornado
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REITs Included in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025

Yearbook included 32 REITs globally, including Nareit members in the U.S. and Mexico.

02/26/2025
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S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook
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Equinix Leads Real Estate Companies on the JUST 100 Index

Equinix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX) was recently ranked in the JUST 100 Index as the top real estate company, and 51 out of 940 companies included. Overall, 36 REITs were included in the assessment.

02/19/2025
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REIT Industry Leaders Share Sustainability Practices and Inspirations

2024 Leader in the Light Award recipients discuss industry-leading strategies being employed in their business.

02/18/2025
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REITworld Leader in the Light Winners
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Kimco Realty: A Focus on Culture, Sustainability, and Community Impact

Long-term success for the REIT is rooted in fostering an engaged workforce and contributing meaningfully to the communities it serves.

02/18/2025
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Ventas’ Sustainability Goals Enrich Living Environments for Growing Older Population

Ventas has set more aggressive water efficiency targets, among other sustainability goals.

02/18/2025
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Prologis’ Sustainability Strategy Creates Accountability, Drives Action

Logistics REIT Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD) doesn’t view its sustainability efforts as a separate initiative or program, rather they are woven seamlessly into its corporate fabric.

02/18/2025
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JBG SMITH Sees Integration of Priorities as Key to Sustainability Success

Sustainability is considered a clear business driver for the mixed-use REIT.

02/18/2025
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Equity Residential Focuses on Low-Cost Efficiency Measures at Scale

The multi-family REIT highlights data driven approach to improving efficiency across 300+ property portfolio.

02/14/2025
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Digital Realty Blazes a Trail in the Use of Green Bonds

The REIT’s use of green bonds ensures its sources of capital align with sustainability priorities.

02/14/2025
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DiamondRock Remains Committed to Conserving Resources, Supporting Communities

The hospitality REIT has upgraded its portfolio and focused on acquisitions with a sustainability focus.

02/13/2025
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BXP Seeks to Define Premier Workplaces Through Sustainability

BXP expects to achieve carbon-neutral operations for its actively managed office portfolio this year.

02/13/2025
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