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2023 Corporate Responsibility Report

Our ESG Mission & Goals

As Urban Edge improves real estate across our portfolio, our efforts will have a significant impact on all our stakeholders. Our goal is to be a leader in responsible ownership, actively managing our assets to minimize environmental impact and enhance social well-being, while upholding the highest ethical standards. The foundation and culture of the company is focused on creating sustainable, long-term value for our tenants, our employees, our investors, and the local communities we serve.

Acknowledging the significance of policy commitments in promoting sustainable practices across our operations, we have developed a robust framework to ensure the alignment and effective implementation of these commitments throughout our portfolio. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our comprehensive sustainability policy, which outlines our guiding principles and objectives. In addition, Urban Edge is devoted to understanding and recognizing the importance of human rights and the belief that all persons should be treated with dignity and respect. This is reflected in our human rights policy.

Environmental

We are dedicated to reducing our environmental footprint while also providing a meaningful return on investment.

Social

We are committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes employee and community well-being, diversity, accessibility, and positive social impact for all stakeholders.

Governance

We adhere to principles of excellence at all levels of the organization to nurture an environment of trust, accountability, and respect.

Governance
100%

of landlord-controlled properties upgraded to parking lot LED lighting

42%

reduction in natural gas usage*

33%

reduction in greenhouse gas emissions*

31%

reduction in water consumption

 

$800K+

donated to various charitable organizations since 2015

Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Award

Awarded Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Award

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UE Cares Committee established

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Voted one of NJ’s “Best Places to Work” by NJBIZ in 2022 and 2023

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Silver Green Lease Leader Award winner in 2022

* The 2015 baseline was recalculated in alignment with the GHG Protocol's guidance for base year recalculations. Assets acquired after 2015 were incorporated by using the first full year of available data. Assets that were sold or acquired during the reporting year are excluded.

Our strategic plan incorporates strong ESG management policies and processes throughout our organization. I am proud to work with our ESG Committee on a daily basis to drive our sustainability initiatives forward.

Mark Langer

Chief Financial Officer