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As ESG factors take center stage in real estate investment decisions, our latest blog explores how sustainability certifications can provide hotels a competitive edge. We break down major international certifications like BREEAM, LEED, Green Key, and Green Globe that validate energy efficiency, water conservation, materials use, and overall environmental credentials. Beyond the asset itself, certifications also exist for hotel operations and management procedures from Green Tourism to EarthCheck. These verify achievements on a range of ESG metrics from net zero carbon to community engagement. Ultimately certification offers cost savings, risk mitigation, investor appeal, and a way to showcase credible sustainability accomplishments. Read more insights and consider which certifications may be right for your assets here: https://lnkd.in/eSESe8VK What has been your experience using these programs? What further opportunities exist to embed ESG factors across the hotel investment lifecycle? We welcome your expertise! #esginvesting #esgstrategy #esgleadership #esgcompliance #sustainablehotels #greentravel #sustainableinvesting #greeninvestments #carbonneutral #sustainabledesign

🌿 Silesian Networking with ESG at the forefront. BPCC members from across the south and south-east of Poland met in Katowice on 21 November 2023, at the offices of TDJ Estate. The substantive part of the event focused on ESG – what it means for the real estate & construction sector, and how the non-financial reporting of ESG outcomes by companies will affect business processes. Guests were welcomed by the host of the evening’s event, Kamil Krepa, leasing & asset director, TDJ Estate, the BPCC’s Urszula Kwaśniewska and Jarosław Hein, partner at Rödl & Partner Poland. ✅ Marta Jełowicka-Gabor, senior property & asset manager at TDJ Estate, outlined key ESG trends affecting the real-estate & construction sector, in particular the need for BREEAM or LEED certification, and the rapidly growing demand for WELL-certified office space. ✅ Maciej Ogórek, attorney-at-law at Rödl & Partner Poland, presented the challenges facing businesses with the implementation of the CSRD Directive, explaining how the new requirements could be seen as an onerous duty for firms or an essential scorecard for measuring a business’s ESG impact. ✅ Michal Dembinski, the BPCC’s chief advisor, put ESG into a wider macro-economic, geopolitical and environmental context, explaining that demands on business leaders were likely to grow as the global economy is likely to continue moving in turbulent waters. After the formal part of the evening, guests had the opportunity to network and swap business cards over canapés and wine, and be taken on a tour of the 30th floor of the second KTW tower, from which stunning panoramas of Katowice visually demonstrated the economic potential of the Silesian region. The BPCC would like to thank Rödl & Partner and TDJ Estate for making the event possible. #bpccevents #ESG #SustainableDevelopment #realestate

This online webinar delivers 45 minutes of CPD on timely ESG and sustainability Government regulations, and the increasing pressure from investors and customers pushing the real estate sector to improve the environmental impact of its developments. Leisure has a huge amount of 20-25 year old properties that will need to be refurbished and brought up-to-date -demolition is becoming harder with the carbon costs and increased construction costs. This webinar covers the key areas that landlords, agents, and tenants are going to have to get to grips with 👇#commercialproperty #leisuresector #CPD

Interesting read and do let me know, if you want to learn more about how you can increase your bottom line by 2-4% points and/or want to start measuring and mananging your "E-resources (Energy, Water, Waste, Food-Waste, Chemicals, Towels & Linnen) to reach the goal of 45% reduduction in CO2 emmissions by 2030 and at the same time, reduce your expenses in these areas!

EVENT: Green Portfolio Forum: Navigating Asset Sustainability in Property 🗓 Date: Tuesday 14th May - 5:30pm 📍 Location: GHD Offices, level 15/133 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW As part of Climate Action Week Sydney 2024, join us for a pivotal discussion at the Green Portfolio Forum, where the future of sustainable property management will be shaped. The built environment is at a critical juncture, and our "Property Panel" is set to explore the vital imperatives of integrating sustainability into property operations and investments. 🌱 What to Expect: - Discussion led by leaders like Mike O'Neill (Business Group Leader for Sustainability and Climate, GHD), Matilde Martin (Sustainability Finance Manager, NABERS), and Margot Black (General Manager Corporate Sustainability at Investa Property Group) - Deep dives into managing operational emissions, the impact of sustainability on asset rentability, and the division of responsibilities in advancing sustainable practices. - Expert perspectives on the implications and requirements of certifications like Climate Active Carbon Neutral, Green Star ratings, and NABERS. 🎯 Why Attend? - Gain cutting-edge insights from top experts in property sustainability. - Understand regulatory and market-driven Imperatives shaping sustainable property management. - Network with industry pioneers who are integrating sustainable solutions in real estate. Whether you’re a property investor, manager, developer, or part of a fund, this forum will provide you with actionable insights and prepare you for the shift towards greener property development and management. This event is free to attend, simply register below. 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gbS5ua9K #GreenPortfolioForum #SustainableRealEstate #ClimateActionWeek #PropertyManagement #Sustainability #NetNadaEvents

Yaqoub Lhoussaine Announces Revolutionary Real Estate Strategies in France - https://lnkd.in/gAcN_f8i Sustainability is another key focus of Yaqoub Lhoussaine’s new strategies.

With extensive experience in the hotel investment sector, I understand the integral role of sustainability for future-proofing assets. That's why I'm pleased to announce FCHG’s latest post on the strategic imperative of ESG certification for hotels. Key insights for investors: - Embedding ESG factors across the investment lifecycle mitigates risks - International reporting frameworks underscore stakeholder expectations  - Independent certification validates genuine sustainability achievements - Enhanced competitive edge and cost efficiencies boost asset value - A certified hotel portfolio stands out for investors and guests alike For a comprehensive overview, the post explores: - Leading ESG benchmarks like TCFD and GRESB - Major asset-level and hospitality sector certifications  - Ensuring both design and operational certifications - Contributing to sustainability while enhancing returns I welcome your expert perspectives - what ESG priorities guide your hotel investment decisions? Do you actively pursue certification that showcases your properties' ESG accomplishments? Read the full post here - #esginvesting #esgstrategy #esgleadership #esgcompliance #sustainablehotels #greentravel #sustainableinvesting #greeninvestments #carbonneutral #sustainabledesign

What a historic moment for FIVE Holdings! Today we make our debut listing on Nasdaq Dubai with a USD 350 million Green Bond. 📈 This listing marks a significant moment for FIVE, as it is our first appearance on the region's esteemed international financial exchange. To celebrate this achievement, we hosted a Bell Ringing event today, with FIVE’s Founder and Chairman, Kabir Mulchandani. The issued Green Bond, featuring a coupon rate of 9.375% and with maturity set for 2028, underlines FIVE’s commitment to sustainable finance and its consistent leadership in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Mulchandani says, “We delivered an unprecedented year of success in 2022, driven by the acceleration of our growth strategies which achieved a robust EBITDA margin and secured world-class sustainability milestones (‘A’ rating for ESG by ISS). FIVE understands that value creation for stakeholders is essential to sustainable development, which drives our commitment to outstanding EBITDA figures and environmental responsiveness.” FIVE has proven to the world what is possible with commitment to sustainable practices: ▶️ Being the world's only company to earn an ‘A’ rating for ESG within the ISS Corporate Rating universe ▶️ All operational FIVE hotels are LEED Platinum certified, of which FIVE Zurich is the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland ▶️ Published a Green Finance Framework, receiving an ISS Second Party Opinion (SPO) with "Aligned", "Consistent" and “Positive” remark ▶️ Obtained the highest green sustainability rating (4 Star Plus) from Dubai Land Department ▶️ The first hotel group in the world to earn Three Star SPIRE Smart Building Rating ▶️ First hotels in the UAE to achieve 100% Renewable Electricity [International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC) from Dubai Electricity and Water Authority] Our 'Sustainable Indulgence' ethos has been the driving force behind our achievements - Combining industry-leading EBITDA with best-in-class governance to make a positive environmental and social impact. We are excited about what lies ahead, and thank you for being a part of our journey toward a sustainable future. #FIVEHoldings #DiscoverFIVE #Sustainability

ESG and the built environment are wholly intertwined. In the first of our quarterly round-ups we explore how ESG considerations are impacting hotels as an asset class, as well as shining a spotlight on how planning and government policy is shifting in the ESG arena. We also answer some of your thorny questions on MEES enforceability.

ESG is affecting all of us across our sector and this seminar looks at the practical implications for property across our industry whether you’re developing a property or fitting out a unit for trade.