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2024 ESG in Real Estate Insights

Global perspectives on how environmental, social, and governance issues are impacting the real estate industry.

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How ESG is impacting the global real estate industry

As the real estate sector grapples with the mounting pressures of climate change, social inequality, and corporate governance, the importance of ESG has never been more profound. This series offers real estate firms the opportunity to navigate the entire ESG landscape effectively, ensuring they remain up to date with regulation and compliance; are equipped to mitigate risks; and can identify, understand and seize new opportunities. In this series we bring perspectives from 8 markets, each looking at a different as aspect of ESG and how it may impact the real estate industry.

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2024 ESG in real estate insights

2024 ESG in real estate insights Global perspectives on sustainability and climate

As the real estate sector continues to grapple with the mounting pressures of climate change, social inequality, and corporate governance, the importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters have never been more profound.

Sustainable portfolio transformation

How do we transform our real estate portfolio to align it with the current and future sustainability requirements of the market? 

Unravelling the CSRD: Navigating sustainability challenges

The CSRD, introduced to enhance transparency on sustainability efforts, is set to leave a lasting impact on the real estate sector. This article delves into key implications, highlighting challenges and opportunities for organisations.

Business solutions spread from real estate ESG certifications

Japan’s thriving trend in solving ESG issues/strengthening business by acquiring real estate ESG certifications

ESG: a driving force behind investor intentions

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors have gradually assumed a central role in shaping investors’ intentions over the past few years, notably on what is ‘shared value’ and correct, sustainable, investment practices.

ESG in giga cities: Navigating trends, challenges, and opportunities

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of giga cities, defined as cities with a population exceeding 10 million.

Green leases are coming of age

The growing adoption, of so called ‘green lease’ clauses is seen as an integral means of driving sustainable behaviours, enabling data exchange and supporting the delivery of stated environmental, social and governance (ESG) ambitions and commitments.

The management of transitional climate risks

In the context of environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability in the real estate industry, a major focus is currently placed on the energy performance of properties and their respective carbon dioxide (CO2) balances.

Building performance standards as a catalyst for investment

Policymakers around the globe are implementing building performance  standards (BPS) that often require buildings to achieve specific performance targets for energy consumption and greenhouse gas emission reductions over their lifespan. 

Leading by example: decarbonizing Deloitte’s own offices

Buildings account for around 40% of global carbon emissions, and 80% of the buildings that will exist in 2050 already exist today.

Amplifying real estate sustainability impact through generative design

Real estate developers are facing unprecedented pressurefrom stakeholders for moving the needle on sustainable development as buildings contribute to 42% of emissions, globally.

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Michael Mueller

Partner | Real Estate Leader | Germany

Kathy Feucht

Global Real Estate Sector Leader