Sustainability Leadership Backed by a Recognized Record of Action
Vornado is a sustainability leader, driving higher standards both inside and outside of the real estate industry. Like many, we are committed to sustainable and efficient practices. Unlike most, we’ve backed that commitment with years of actions that lead our industry. Vornado’s expertise concerning all aspects of sustainability—from the way we design, build, retrofit and maintain our portfolio of buildings, to the way we operate every day—is unmatched by any other company in our industry.
Sustainability 2023 Report
Learn more about our sustainability programs and results.
View the 2023 Green Bond Use of Proceeds Report
View the 2022 Green Bond Use of Proceeds Report
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Energy Star Partner
of the Year Award,
Sustained Excellence 2024More than 6.6 million square feet of Vornado's office buildings were awarded the prestigious ENERGY STAR label in 2023.
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LEED CertificationVornado is the largest owner of LEED-certified property in the United States, with more than 27 million square feet of LEED-certified properties, with nearly 25 million square feet at LEED Gold or higher.
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GRESB Green Star
Ranking,
2013 through 2023Vornado is #1 in the USA among our peers for Diversified Office / Retail REITs. Vornado received "Green Star" distinction for the 11th time and a 5-star rating and has scored an "A" for its ESG public reporting.
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Climate Group's
EP 100 MemberVornado is a proud member of the Climate Group's EP 100 with our commitment to improve energy productivity 35% by 2026.
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NAREIT LEADER
IN THE LIGHTVornado has been awarded the respected National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) Leader in the light Award for outstanding sustainability practices in the diversified REITs property sector.
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ULI Greenprint MemberVornado continues to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions through its existing commitment to carbon neutrality and has committed to ULI Greenprint’s goals.
Long-Standing Commitment, Wide-Ranging Impact
With the ongoing support of senior management, Vornado’s sustainability team is able to execute a wide range of projects and standards that align with the needs of local markets. Regional best practices and experiences are leveraged across the company to broaden our impact. Our policies—from green cleaning to energy efficiency—are implemented across our entire portfolio, which means that all our assets are operated and maintained to the same higher standards.
POLICIES
Environmental Sustainability Policies and Procedures
Occupational Health & Safety Policy & Program
RESOURCES
Guide to Tenants Organics Programs
Rising to the Next Challenges:
Technology, Resilience, and Health
Vornado is focused on the next frontier of sustainable real estate: programs that concentrate on technology, resilience and health. We are making smart infrastructure improvements, investing in sustainable technologies, employing best practices for building operations and establishing partnerships with our tenants and communities. This creates lasting value for our investors, tenants, employees and communities.
TECHNOLOGY AND INFRASTRUCTURE
We research and implement infrastructure projects and technologies that create a more robust portfolio, increase asset valuation and improve our operational efficiency.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RESILIENCE
We prioritize initiatives that allow us to reduce our operating costs and impacts, and we respond rapidly and intelligently to market, regulatory and environmental risks and conditions.
HEALTH
Our commitment to green buildings ensures that our tenants work in welcoming and healthy environments. That’s one of the primary reasons we continue to attract long-term tenants. Through our healthy buildings, education programs and outreach, we continue to create the market’s most desirable places to work and live.
ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award Winner
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Corporate Member
NAREIT Leader in the Light Award Winner
Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures Signatory
Sustainability Accounting Standards Board - Sector Advisory Group Member
