Jun 10, 2024 | Articles, Homepage
We invite you to explore and reflect on our past and to join us in shaping a sustainable future because every day should be World Environment Day.
This timeline traces the journey of conservation, environmentalism, and sustainability from as far back as the 1600s, spotlighting the milestones and achievements that have shaped our understanding and practices of sustainable living. It’s a celebration of our collective progress, a tribute to the pioneers who have led the way, and a reminder of the work that still needs to be done.
Start your journey through the history of sustainability here.
Source: retechadvisors.com/timeline-of-sustainability
Feb 8, 2024 | Events, Homepage
Learn why ESG and GRESB matter more than ever and how they can influence your bottom line.
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Global events, climate-related disruptions, social change, and increasing legislative and regulatory trends continue to propel the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in real estate.
Investors are evaluating and adopting a more strategic approach to sustainability, and commercial real estate owners and operators are finding significant value in incorporating ESG best practices into existing real estate strategies. And in many cases, owners, investors, and operators are also utilizing GRESB (formerly known as the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) reporting to become more transparent about ESG programs, progress, and performance.
We invite you to join Grace Hill’s upcoming webinar, “ESG, GRESB & Reporting: What’s New for 2024 for CRE Owners and Operators,” where we will take a deeper look at the impact and evolution of ESG, GRESB, and Reporting with Brenna S. Walraven, an internationally recognized leader in commercial real estate and sustainability, and Amy Fisher, a real estate thought leader with Grace Hill.
During this informational webinar, owners and operators will learn about:
- Marketplace context for ESG.
- Clearer definitions of ESG terms and acronyms.
- Components of an effective ESG strategy.
- Benefits of participation and changes to GRESB.
- Engagement pathways and resources.
Date & Time
Thursday
February 15, 2024
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST
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Jan 10, 2024 | Articles, Homepage
We are truly honored to serve the Better Buildings Alliance Commercial Real Estate Steering Committee by exploring barriers of decarbonization and sharing best practices on how to overcome them.
Read about the contributions of many organizations in the 2023 Better Buildings Initiative Progress Report.
Oct 24, 2023 | Events, Homepage
There is a common concern that incorporating sustainability in new developments and existing renovations is cost-prohibitive. However, numerous green finance initiatives exist to address this challenge. This session will explore several approaches to green finance for the real estate sector: green bonds, green loans, C-PACE loans, IRA funding, and other local green financing mechanisms. In addition to a short overview of each, real estate practitioners will highlight specific use cases that demonstrate the diverse opportunities for financing low-carbon projects to make the business case that enables accelerated building decarbonization.
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Jun 22, 2023 | Events, Homepage
GRESB—an organization that provides and benchmarks ESG data based on a rigorous methodology—provides a powerful framework by which organizations can measure their ESG achievements. Formerly known as the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark, GRESB provides building owners and managers with a can’t-miss opportunity to improve not only ESG metrics, but financial performance. Hear real estate professionals discuss how GRESB can be used to meet sustainability and financial goals.
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Mar 8, 2023 | Events, Homepage
Have you ever wondered what an ESG or Sustainability officer does? How do you find the right person with the right skill set? How do you screen and select candidates? Get answers to these questions and more!
Join us at BOMA International’s Decarbonization Public Policy Symposium March 14-15 as we discuss ESG Program Development & Staffing Sustainability with:
- Brenna Walraven, President and CEO of Corporate Sustainability Strategies (CSS)
- Dan Egan, Managing Director, Americas Head of Real Estate ESG at Blackstone
- Jim Landau, Head of Environmental, Social & Governance at MetLife Investment Management
- Kim Pexton, Senior Vice President, Sustainability at JBG SMITH
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