Physicians Realty Trust 2019 ESG Report

Since our founding in 2013, Physicians Realty Trust (NYSE: DOC) has established a track record of environmental stewardship, value creation at the community level, and strong governance. We are also committed to increased transparency and accountability through public disclosure. We believe that sustainable investments are investments in a brighter future, and we are committed to being leaders in ESG performance within the REIT industry. We are proud to share our ESG achievements in our inaugural ESG report.

Our Commitment

Our commitment to corporate responsibility reinforces our mission to provide better health care, better communities, and better returns through our real estate investments. We strive to incorporate Environmental, Social, and Governance principles into our business thoughtfully and responsibly.

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Highlights

At DOC, our ESG goals aren’t just environmentally and financially responsible, they are also measurable. Through clear benchmarks, consistent criteria, and constant evaluation, we are committed to delivering on our ESG promises.

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Background & Strategy

DOC has created a holistic approach to ESG, ensuring the economic viability, operational efficiency, natural resource conservation, and social responsibility of our nationwide portfolio. As a publicly traded company, we are committed to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and corporate governance.

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ESG ACHIEVEMENTS

Environmental

The real estate industry accounts for 40% of the world’s consumption of primary energy and 33% of all anthropogenic CO₂ emissions. DOC is committed to implementing changes to contribute to global goals and achieve the transition to a low-carbon, resilient, and more sustainable future.

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Social

DOC prioritizes the wellbeing of our team members, our health care partners, and the patients that visit our properties. Through volunteerism, philanthropy, comprehensive health & wellness initiatives, opportunities for continued education, and more, we strive to improve the lives of our employees and our communities.

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Governance

Through transparent reporting, policies to uphold high ethical standards, and strong oversight from an independent board of trustees, DOC relies on sound corporate governance to ensure the company’s long-term growth and stability.

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CASE STUDIES

Strictly Pediatrics

Austin, TX

A 2,500-panel solar array, one of the largest in Central Texas, generates 1.2 million kilowatts of clean energy each year, while the educational and interactive solar monitoring display in the lobby provides a needed distraction for children battling illness.

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8 C1TY Blvd

Nashville, TN

As an anchor property in a broader urban development built upon a philosophy of creating healthy shared spaces, 8 C1TY is a unique marriage of cutting-edge sustainability features and functional design that creates a healthier and more vibrant environment for tenants and visitors.

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Baylor Cancer Center

Dallas, TX

The Baylor Scott & White Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center is the largest of its kind in North Texas, but it’s the innovative programming to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of cancer, more than its size, that sets the facility apart.

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