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“As a whole, I see the commercial real estate sector increasingly recognizing the robust business case for sustainability. The market is moving beyond a narrow view of strict ROI — one linked to specific interventions — to embrace portfolio-scale investment and management. This shift signifies a deeper integration of sustainability into strategic investment decisions, enhancing long-term portfolio value.” In a new Q&A with Institutional Real Estate, Inc., BREEAM’s US Director of Operations, Breana Wheeler, discusses the shifting dynamic toward a value-add approach to sustainability in the commercial real estate sector, sharing insight into the market’s heightened focus on resiliency and transparency.   Interested in reading the full Q&A? You can find more of Breana’s insights here: https://lnkd.in/dM2uz8ns

How do you measure progress in sustainability? For Brookfield Properties UK, it’s a shared vision and relentless teamwork. Achieving a 5 Star GRESB rating for the second consecutive year, is a proud moment for our team—placing us among the top 20% of office portfolios globally. This result highlights our ongoing efforts to decarbonise our portfolio and empower tenants through initiatives like AccelerateESG. #GRESB #Sustainability #ESG #AccelerateESG #RealEastate #Office #Tenant

How is Cushman & Wakefield shaping the future of sustainable real estate? CEO Michelle M. MacKay emphasizes the importance of acting now to build a greener future, while CSO Jessica Francisco stresses working with clients to meet ambitious sustainability targets. From reducing emissions to driving diversity, they're leading the way in real impact. #ESG #RealEstate #SustainableDevelopment

Today’s companies have ESG policies that guide them. They want spaces that reflect these goals. How can they benefit from aligning their ESG goals with the commercial real estate they lease? Find out: https://stantec.co/3xf4WuB #ESG #CommercialRealEstate #CRE

SUSTAINABLE REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT: KNOWLEDGE LEADING THE FUTURE In the rapidly evolving field of sustainable real estate management, our team not only possesses advanced knowledge and extensive experience but consistently invests in staying at the cutting edge of the industry. Built upon years of research, hands-on practice, and deep engagement with key industry standards, legal frameworks, and technological innovations, we have established a foundation of expertise that is second to none. Over the past several years, a vast body of books, research papers, and regulatory publications has shaped our understanding, providing the backbone for our strategies and decision-making. These publications, coupled with continuous updates to both international and Swiss standards, allow us to remain ahead of the curve in sustainable real estate practices. Our commitment to knowledge is reflected in every project we undertake. We dedicate time and resources to mastering the intricate details of sustainability compliance, ESG reporting, and emerging technologies such as smart and autonomous buildings. This commitment makes us unmatched in applying the latest sustainability regulations and standards with precision and foresight. Sustainability is not just the future of real estate management—it is the present. And with our deep, ongoing investment in knowledge, we ensure that we are not only prepared for what’s ahead but are actively shaping it. We lead the way in building a more sustainable future for real estate management. European Commission, European Union #Sustainability #RealEstate #SustainableManagement #PropTech #ESG #Innovation #CSRD #TCFD #SwissRealEstate #GreenBuilding #DigitalTransformation #SustainabilityReporting #Expertise #KnowledgeInvestment #LeadershipInSustainability #FutureRealEstate

Today’s companies have ESG policies that guide them. They want spaces that reflect these goals. How can they benefit from aligning their ESG goals with the commercial real estate they lease? Find out: https://stantec.co/3xf4WuB #ESG #CommercialRealEstate #CRE

SUSTAINABLE REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT: KNOWLEDGE LEADING THE FUTURE In the rapidly evolving field of sustainable real estate management, our team not only possesses advanced knowledge and extensive experience but consistently invests in staying at the cutting edge of the industry. Built upon years of research, hands-on practice, and deep engagement with key industry standards, legal frameworks, and technological innovations, we have established a foundation of expertise that is second to none. Over the past several years, a vast body of books, research papers, and regulatory publications has shaped our understanding, providing the backbone for our strategies and decision-making. These publications, coupled with continuous updates to both international and Swiss standards, allow us to remain ahead of the curve in sustainable real estate practices. Our commitment to knowledge is reflected in every project we undertake. We dedicate time and resources to mastering the intricate details of sustainability compliance, ESG reporting, and emerging technologies such as smart and autonomous buildings. This commitment makes us unmatched in applying the latest sustainability regulations and standards with precision and foresight. Sustainability is not just the future of real estate management—it is the present. And with our deep, ongoing investment in knowledge, we ensure that we are not only prepared for what’s ahead but are actively shaping it. We lead the way in building a more sustainable future for real estate management. European Commission, European Union #Sustainability #RealEstate #SustainableManagement #PropTech #ESG #Innovation #CSRD #TCFD #SwissRealEstate #GreenBuilding #DigitalTransformation #SustainabilityReporting #Expertise #KnowledgeInvestment #LeadershipInSustainability #FutureRealEstate

In a new Multifamily Dive article, author Mary Salmonsen highlights BREEAM USA’s recent webinar, "Multifamily Market Breakdown: Sustainability Trends and Outlook." The piece touches on key areas of discussion between the panelists, including the growing consideration for sustainable construction and building features within multifamily developments and how recent regulations are impacting sustainable strategies.    The insights shared — which include expertise from Cope Willis, Managing Director of Sustainability at Greystar; Thomas S., Managing Director of Sustainability at Stoneweg US, LLC; and Giuliana Kunkel CEM, LEED AP, Associate Director of ESG at MetLife Investment Management — underscore the value of sustainability as a differentiator within the multifamily market.     Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eHMVHSFb  

Addressing sustainability in the industrial sector can be difficult, requiring the strategic navigation of triple-net lease structures and other market-specific challenges. Principal Asset Management partnered with BREEAM to manage these obstacles and drive sustainable change across its portfolio, certifying over one million square feet of industrial real estate across five properties.      A leader in the U.S. industrial market, Principal has embraced BREEAM’s rigorous standards to elevate its sustainability practices, contributing towards its goal of reaching 50% asset certification by 2035. These efforts exemplify Principal’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and help to set a standard for environmental stewardship in the sector.      To learn more about how Principal is leveraging BREEAM to advance sustainability goals, read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gdFvE9Kc       #BREEAMUSA #GreenBuilding #SustainableCRE  

*In the press* *Read all about it* *Insight* 🗞 📰 📣 👀 🌟 #READ AREA's very own James Barrack and Matthew Neal were featured in Property Week discussing #ESG and why operators hold the key to all elements of ESG in operational real estate. The AREA team are well placed to comment on this topic, currently running operator selection processes for some of the most high-profile asset managers in the UK. Chosen operators are expected to be able to make a positive difference, not just to the financial performance, but to resident experience, the impact that the building will have on the environment and the responsible governance of data and compliance. AREA's forensic approach to the process sets up assets (and their operators) to perform across all of these aspects, providing asset managers with genuine competitive advantage. Read the full thoughts on our website: https://lnkd.in/ez8rXagZ Or via Property Week here: https://lnkd.in/eS6bCqfN #operationalrealestate #assetmanagers #operatorselection #operationaloversight #operationalESG #propertymanagement #assetperformance #ESG #environment #socialimpact #governance #responsibility #alternatives #alternativeassets #PBSA #BTR #Hotels #livingsector #Beds #expertise #insight #property #realestate #OPRE