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.
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.
of landlord-controlled properties upgraded to parking lot LED lighting
reduction in natural gas usage*
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions*
reduction in water consumption
donated to various charitable organizations since 2015
Awarded Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Award
UE Cares Committee established
Voted one of NJ’s “Best Places to Work” by NJBIZ in 2022 and 2023
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