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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

As the world focuses more on sustainability, the real estate sector needs to adapt to new rules and expectations. The Taxonomy Regulation and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) require detailed reporting on sustainability practices. Right now, this applies to the largest property owners, but by 2025, mid-level property owners will also need to comply. Key regulations like the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) aim to reduce emissions through renovation and new construction. The new Construction Products Regulation (CPR) sets ambitious targets, such as renovating the worst-performing non-residential buildings by 2030 and achieving a 26% improvement by 2033. Here are 5 steps to tackle ESG in real estate by Colliers Baltics Sustainability expert Liga Horsta Reach out for more details! Read more: https://lnkd.in/d9d9Cwya #ColliersBaltics #ESG #Sustainability #realestate

At British Land, we have made significant strides in progressing our sustainability targets, embracing the principle, "what gets measured, gets done." We know that delivering against ESG objectives enhances performance and makes commercial sense; the more sustainable a building, the faster it lets - and at higher rents, with growing evidence showing the most sustainable buildings are worth more and are more liquid in the investment market. Our Chief Operating Officer, David Walker, is featured in this week’s Property Week discussing our strategy to increase accountability and innovation around sustainability for our business and the environment. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gTTXE7S8 #CommitAndCollaborate #GreenerSpaces #ESG #Sustainability

Last year sustainability remained front and centre of the real estate industry driven by continued environmental crises and regulatory changes. As we begin 2025, we take a look at the top ten areas expected to impact the sector this year: http://savi.li/6045UK5FU Author: Tanya Broadfield, Head of the Property Management Sustainability Consultancy #Sustainability #RealEstateTrends

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  

For anyone wanting a quick refresh or summary overview on green building certifications and frameworks, Knight Frank’s Kalli Stuart explains in her latest blog below…

As one of the UK’s largest property companies, we know that our customers increasingly want space with outstanding sustainability credentials and that our places thrive when our local communities also succeed. Two decades on from launching our first Sustainability Brief, our latest update will further accelerate progress, with the aim of setting more ambitious KPIs and driving positive change in all areas of our business. We've set rigorous targets so that we continue to lead in international sustainability benchmarks, including our GRESB European Sector Leaders for Standing Investments and Global Sector Leader for Development rankings. By 2030, we're aiming to: ✅ Halve the embodied carbon emissions in our developments ✅ Reduce our operational carbon intensity across the portfolio by 75% ✅ Directly enable the creation of £200m of social and economic value ✅ Ensure that all the suppliers and subcontractors at our places pay their regular employees the Real Living Wage. Learn more from our Chief Operating Officer, David Walker, and our Head of Development, David Lockyer, about how we're meeting the rising customer demand for highly sustainable spaces: https://lnkd.in/eAx9hDSi #CommitAndCollaborate #GreenerSpaces #Sustainability #ESG

Colliers observed ESG principles are now a global standard in property development. Christina Ng, CFM, LEED Green Associate, Head of Facilities Management, added that properties with eco-friendly features and high efficiency have a competitive advantage in the market. Find the full article below. To find out more about the residential market in Q4 2024, access our quarterly property market report through this link: https://ow.ly/zZ3650ULBJa For more information on ESG, connect with our expert, Christina Ng, by clicking the following link: https://ow.ly/7Z1U50ULBHm #ColliersIndonesia #NewsArticle

Green leases are no new topic. Since EU sustainable finance regulations and other regulatory frameworks kicked in, Green (ESG) leases have become more and more common to use. With members of Dentons Europe Real Estate ESG task force covering 15 jurisdictions across Europe we have been compiling some notes on green leases across some of these jurisdictions, see below. #greenlease #esglease #esgrealestateesgtaskforce

Understanding regulatory frameworks and green building certifications is crucial for businesses navigating today's ever-evolving sustainability landscape. My latest article delves into the intricate web of green building certifications and regulatory considerations essential for stakeholders in the UK and beyond. As the demand for ESG-optimised green buildings continues to surge among landlords, investors, and occupiers, understanding these frameworks becomes increasingly crucial. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/esaJjkd4 Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Olivia McCue Joe Warren Harriet Hix Jonathan Hale Charlotte Carver Charlie Smith Charlie Singer Oli Hughes David Goatman