Public Storage’s 2026 Sustainability Journey

Public Storage’s 2026 Sustainability Report reflects the company’s continued focus on operating responsibly while creating long-term value for customers, communities, employees, and investors. Sustainability is integrated into how Public Storage approaches property operations, renewable energy, employee development, innovation, and governance. The report was released on June 29, 2026.  

Key takeaways:

• Public Storage is advancing sustainability through energy efficiency, renewable energy, workforce development, technology, and governance. 

• Solar remains a key component of the company’s environmental approach, with more than 1000 properties equipped with solar power.  

• Public Storage has established a goal to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2032 through energy-efficiency and renewable-energy initiatives.  

• Public Storage continues to be recognized for sustainability leadership within the U.S. self-storage sector. 

Sustainability in Action: Energy, Efficiency, and Solar

Public Storage operates a business with a comparatively light environmental footprint and is working to improve it further through practical, property-level initiatives. This approach includes energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable building practices. Solar is a central focus: Public Storage reports that more than 1,000 properties have solar power, and is partnering with other organizations to develop community-solar projects on its rooftops. These projects are intended to help bring discounted renewable energy to lower-income households.  

Public Storage’s long-term environmental goal is to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse-gas emissions by 45% by 2032. Public Storage also identifies initiatives such as LED lighting, efficient HVAC systems, eco-friendly water practices, solar generation, and high R-value insulation as features that may be in place at select facilities. Together, these efforts demonstrate how operational improvements across a large property portfolio can contribute to meaningful progress over time. 

 Supporting People, Communities, and Strong Governance

Sustainability at Public Storage extends beyond environmental performance. The company emphasizes an inclusive culture, advancement programs, and new opportunities designed to support employee growth and business performance. It also identifies technological innovation and strong governance as important elements of a future-ready, resilient organization.  

Public Storage’s past industry recognition illustrates the foundation supporting these efforts. In 2023, the company received Nareit’s Leader in the Light Award and was recognized by GRESB as the U.S. self-storage sustainability leader in its survey. At that time, Public Storage reported progress that included solar deployment, green-building certification efforts, lower like-for-like carbon-emissions intensity, employee recognition, and community and leadership-development programs. The 2026 report builds on this ongoing commitment to accountability, resilience, and responsible growth. 

Looking Ahead: Building a More Sustainable Future

Public Storage’s 2026 Sustainability Report highlights a long-term approach: improving operations, expanding clean-energy opportunities, investing in people, and maintaining the governance needed to support durable results. By linking sustainability initiatives to everyday business decisions, Public Storage is positioned to create value that reaches beyond its properties—supporting customers, employees, communities, and the broader self-storage industry. 

FAQ

What is included in the Public Storage 2026 Sustainability Report? 

The report provides updates on Public Storage’s environmental, social, and governance efforts, including greenhouse-gas emissions, renewable energy, sustainable building practices, employee development, workplace culture, governance, compliance, and risk management. 

What is Public Storage’s greenhouse-gas emissions goal? 

Public Storage aims to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse-gas emissions intensity by 45% by 2032, using a 2022 baseline. The company reported a 14% reduction from that baseline in its 2026 Sustainability Report. 

How many Public Storage properties have solar power? 

Public Storage has rooftop solar installations at more than 1,060 properties and is on track to reach 1,300 solar properties by the end of 2026. 

What does Public Storage do to support employees? 

Public Storage invests in employee development and workplace culture through initiatives such as Preparing the Path, its leadership accelerator program. The company also earned its fourth consecutive Great Place to Work™ Certification in 2026. 

Does Public Storage participate in community solar? 

Yes. Public Storage is partnering with other organizations to develop community-solar projects on select rooftops, helping make discounted renewable energy available to lower-income households in participating communities. 

Where can I read the full 2026 Sustainability Report? 

The report is available on the Public Storage Sustainability page.