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Why Sustainability Matters in Real Estate Development Sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a necessity in today’s real estate landscape. Here’s why: - Lower Costs: Energy-efficient designs save on utilities long-term. - Market Appeal: Eco-friendly properties attract tenants and buyers. - Future-Proofing: Stay ahead of stricter environmental regulations. - Positive Impact: Contributes to healthier, greener communities. Building sustainably isn’t just good for the planet; it’s smart for business. How are you making your projects greener? Let’s lead the way in sustainable development!

SUSTAINABLE OFF-PLAN PROJECTS ARE GROWING 30% FASTER IN DEMAND – HERE’S THE REASON. Eco-conscious off-plan projects like Sustainable City Yiti are seeing a 30% faster demand growth than traditional developments. I believe this is a shift that will define real estate in the years to come. Buyers increasingly value sustainability, not only for its environmental impact but also for the long-term financial gains in maintenance and energy savings. These aren’t just homes – they’re future-proof investments. As I see it, sustainable projects will soon become the gold standard.

🌱 Sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s the future of real estate. At MMCC, we help developers, architects, and planners embrace sustainable practices that: ✔ Lower costs ✔ Boost project value ✔ Ensure regulatory compliance Let’s build a greener, smarter future together. Contact MMCC today to start your sustainability journey!

Built around sustainability | Across Sweet Projects, our focus is on ensuring that sustainable options are taken wherever possible – with team members and our partners in the supply chain educated on how to achieve this best. In reality, sustainability in action is ramping up as projects progress from design to construction. In one instance, at Longcross in Chertsey, Surrey, sustainable elements that have been designed into the build, before anybody steps on site, include: - A rainwater harvesting system –an innovative and inbuilt design to reduce water consumption and waste throughout the building lifetime. - Eliminating future diesel use – Incorporating gas back-up generators into design, which will also be hydrogen-ready, helping to reduce the carbon footprint. - Encouraging Electric Vehicle (EV) use – provision of EV charging stations/points in the project for charging reliability, and making the site electric vehicle user friendly.  - Creating living walls in design across certain elevations within the building. Andrew Moss, project director at Longcross explains: “As with all our project sites, we take sustainability seriously, and it’s great to see the careful thought and planning of sustainability at the design stage come to life as we progress through the build.” Read more about Longcross here: https://lnkd.in/eDhcyhbx

Have you ever wondered why ‘green compliance’ in construction often feels more like a game of checking boxes than making real, lasting change? It’s a conversation I find myself coming back to again and again, especially after one of our recent projects. We were required to get a sustainability certification—either LEED or Built Green. We chose Built Green - it was cheaper and didn’t force us to make any changes. If we weren’t required to choose a certification, we wouldn’t have done it at all. That’s the reality. Sure, we use Energy Star appliances—but that’s the standard these days. It’s not exactly a groundbreaking move. Here’s the thing: sustainability only works if it makes financial sense. Incentivize sustainable development? We’d gladly trade an extra year in permitting - at least the money would go to a good cause and not funnel cash into bloated government budgets. So, what’s the path forward? How do we make sustainability meaningful—not just another bureaucratic checkbox?

Sustainability is no longer an option; it’s a responsibility. At SYL Roofing Supply, we understand that the impact of the construction industry goes beyond projects. That’s why we offer solutions that not only elevate the quality of your work but also take care of the planet ♻️ How are you integrating responsible practices into your projects?

The Role of Sustainability in Commercial Real Estate Development https://lnkd.in/ev9m6CtR

Sustainability comes into virtually every discussion we have with customers today as part of their smart building conversation. Organisations want to reduce their carbon footprint, energy consumption and costs. One piece of advice I’d give to anyone is that the ‘smarts’ need to be factored in at building design stage and constantly fought for. There’s a tendency to remove some of these features to save money, but it’s a false economy. Design for the future and don’t cut corners, otherwise your building will never be as smart as it could be. Tenants won’t be as excited to move into it. And the sustainability benefits for the building and the planet will be compromised. To see more lessons learnt, you can view the whole series at https://lnkd.in/eG_dmsw7

Sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a necessity. With climate change intensifying, our industry has a critical role to play in building a greener future. From low-carbon materials to energy-efficient designs, there’s no shortage of opportunities to reduce our footprint. Innovations like 3D-printed homes and green roofing systems are also transforming how we think about construction’s environmental impact. It’s not just about the planet; it’s about profitability too. Sustainable practices often mean long-term cost savings through energy efficiency and durability. How are you incorporating sustainability into your projects? Let’s lead the way together. P.S. We’re offering FREE CONTRACT REVIEW, just register here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r5X0 

Embracing the future of construction with a sustainable twist! 🌿🏗️ Our latest guide, Modularizing Sustainability Upgrades, dives deep into how modular design is revolutionizing the industry. Check out the guide here: https://lnkd.in/eKa3FAdX