ESG
ESG Stats
Investing for greater returns via the greater good.
*Based on 2023 data.
green certified portfolio
scope 1 & 2 emissions reduction
female management ratio
gresb (sustainability benchmark)
Cultivating a More Resilient World
We are dedicated to serving our properties, people and the planet as we integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into the heart of our business.
Veris Residential understands that safeguarding the environment promotes the well-being of people everywhere. For our residents, employees and communities to thrive, we must first protect our planet, which is why environmental sustainability is a core facet of each of our decisions and actions. We set meaningful, measurable goals—many of which we have already met well ahead of schedule—and are continually implementing technologies and programs that reduce our footprint and promote a more resilient world.
Diversity is not only the foundation of a socially and economically aware company. It’s also a source of innovation that increases productivity organization-wide. As we promote diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) while operating certifiably equitable properties, we have developed a management team that respects differences, improving team cohesion and allowing for business outperformance. We actively take steps ensuring our employees and residents feel safe and welcome to be their whole self at work and in their homes.
Veris Residential recognizes that our buildings are part of wider communities. By actively engaging in dialogue with neighborhood organizations, we have developed a comprehensive understanding of local needs and concerns. From funding public infrastructure in Port Imperial and Jersey City, New Jersey, as well as Malden, Massachusetts, to partnering with local and national philanthropic organizations throughout the Northeast, we have continuously worked to address the issues directly impacting our residents and their neighbors.
Our residents and employees’ wellness are of the utmost importance. With 100% of our managed properties and our corporate headquarters WELL Health-Safety Rated, we create and maintain spaces conducive to happy and healthy lives by following the latest best practices for air and water quality while investing in health-focused amenities and resources. From meticulous preparation for new move-ins and elevator purification to our leading employee benefits package, we promote well-being in everything we do.
Veris Residential has set ambitious goals to reduce our carbon footprint and increase our social impact as we seek to hold ourselves accountable. In recognition of our responsibility to contribute to broader efforts to create a more sustainable future for all, we have aligned our targets with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Over the past several years, we have met many of these targets ahead of schedule and made great progress toward others.
Awards & Memberships
We are proud to maintain memberships with leading real estate and business organizations centered around ESG, as well as to have had our achievements recognized on the national and international scale.
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Corporate esg performance
award achieved in 2023
5 star rating 2022 & 2023
member since 2021
awards achieved in 2023
Bronze Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recognition
certified since 2022
member since 2020
member since 2020
achieved in 2024
Company Highlights
Here are just a few of the achievements that distinguish Veris Residential.
Great Place to Work Certified
Three Consecutive Years
Pledge 1% Member
since 2023
100% of Properties WELL Health-Safety Rated
First Company Globally to Achieve WELL Equity Rating Portfolio Wide
54% Reduction of Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
between 2019 and 2022
78% of Portfolio Green Certified
60% Female Executive Team
145 Front at City Square
145 Front at City Square, Worcester, MA 01608
92/100Walk Score®
54/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
BLVD 401
401 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07310
96/100Walk Score®
64/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
ENERGY STAR®
LEED Certified®
BLVD 425
425 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07310
96/100Walk Score®
65/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
BLVD 475
475 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07310
96/100Walk Score®
64/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Capstone at Port Imperial
17 Avenue at Port Imperial, West New York, NJ 07093
80/100Walk Score®
30/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
The Emery at Overlook Ridge
21 Quarry Lane, Malden, MA 02148
33/100Walk Score®
30/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
Haus25
25 Christopher Columbus Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07300
97/100Walk Score®
66/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
The James Park Ridge
87 Madison Avenue, Park Ridge, NJ 07656
78/100Walk Score®
45/100Bike Score®
National Green Building Standard
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Liberty Towers
33 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
89/100Walk Score®
54/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
Metropolitan at 40 Park
40 Market Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
98/100Walk Score®
52/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Portside I/II at East Pier
40 East Pier Drive, East Boston, MA 02128
91/100Walk Score®
71/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
Quarry Place at Tuckahoe
65 Midland Place, Tuckahoe, NY 10707
89/100Walk Score®
32/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
RiverHouse 9 at Port Imperial
900 Avenue at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ 07086
74/100Walk Score®
53/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
RiverHouse 11 at Port Imperial
1100 Avenue at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ 07086
74/100Walk Score®
52/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
RiverPark at Harrison (2)
201 Dey Street, Harrison, NJ 07029
93/100Walk Score®
93/100Bike Score®
RiverTrace at Port Imperial
11 Avenue at Port Imperial, West New York, NJ 07093
74/100Walk Score®
48/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
LEED Certified®
Signature Place
250 Johnson Road, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
42/100Walk Score®
32/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
ENERGY STAR®
Soho Lofts
273 16th Street, Jersey City, NJ 07310
91/100Walk Score®
67/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Station House (2)
701 2nd Street, Washington, DC 20002
96/100Walk Score®
99/100Bike Score®
The Upton Short Hills
1 Fineran Way, Short Hills, NJ 07078
34/100Walk Score®
32/100Bike Score®
WELL Equity Rating (1)
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Urby Harborside (2)
200 Greene Street, Jersey City, NJ 07311
93/100Walk Score®
58/100Bike Score®
News & Updates
March 26, 2024
CEO Mahbod Nia on Veris Residential’s Next Phase as Pure-Play Multifamily REIT
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March 4, 2024
Veris Residential Recognized by the International WELL Building Institute
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December 11, 2023
Veris Residential Cultivates More Sustainable, Connected Communities with Alvéole
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November 16, 2023
Nareit Honors Veris with the 2023 Leader in the Light Award in the Residential Sector
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November 16, 2023
Nareit Awards Veris the Bronze 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recognition
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November 16, 2023
Veris Residential Recognized as a Leader in ESG, DEI and Corporate Stewardship by Top Real Estate and Business Organizations
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November 6, 2023
Veris Residential Honored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
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August 2, 2023
SVP of Marketing & Communications Nicole Jones on ESG, DEI & Philanthropy
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July 19, 2023
Veris Residential Achieves WELL Equity Rating Across Its Portfolio to Advance DE&I Commitment
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July 12, 2023
SVP of Sustainability & ESG Karen Cusmano on Creating Valuable ESG Reporting
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March 21, 2023
Veris Residential Launches Sustainability Collaboration with Ecologi
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February 28, 2023
Apartment Sector Fundamentals Appear Well Positioned, Despite Recent Moderation
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February 27, 2023
Veris Residential Adds Madison International, Bozzuto Execs as Directors
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February 22, 2023
The RealDeal Covers Veris Residential’s Shift to Multifamily Focus
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February 17, 2023
Anna Malhari Discusses “Sustainable Real Estate Investing” at the CorpGov Forum
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January 30, 2023
Bisnow Talks to Veris Residential’s COO Anna Malhari About the New WELL Equity Rating and Measuring Diversity
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December 6, 2022
Veris Residential’s Commitment to EV100 Featured on “GreenBiz 350” Podcast
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November 14, 2022
Multi-Housing News Covers Veris Residential’s Inclusive Marketing Practices
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October 25, 2022
Veris Residential COO Anna Malhari Named to New Jersey Governor’s Clean Buildings Working Group
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December 7, 2021
The Real Deal: Mack-Cali rebrands as Veris Residential, signifying shift in focus
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Reports & Policies
We hold ourselves accountable by regularly reporting on progress toward our ESG targets, as well as publishing our policies regulating our adherence to the highest of environmental and ethical standards.
