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Wrapping Up 2024 – End of Year Reflections
As we step away from a year marked by geopolitical tension, inflationary pressure, and regulatory shake-ups, one outcome stands clear: sustainability has cemented its place at the core of real estate decision-making. In 2024, the scrutiny on climate data and social impact left no room for hollow commitments. Instead, investors, managers, and developers were…
Read MoreNo End in Sight for Sustainability Demands – Highlights from EVORA’s Insights Conference
On 7th November 2024, EVORA welcomed a select group of clients to our second annual real estate ESG Insights conference. The objective of the conference, organised under Chatham House rules, was to discuss trends and challenges faced by the industry across wide-ranging topic issues and then to assess implications, possibilities, and potential solutions. During…
Read MoreCOP29: Reflecting on Progress and Challenges Ahead
COP29 has concluded, leaving us with a mix of progress, setbacks, and reminders of the urgency required in tackling climate change. This year’s summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, unfolded against a backdrop of high stakes and critical decisions, many of which directly impact the real estate and infrastructure sectors. The Headlines: Finance, Fossil Fuels, and…
Read MoreKey Insights from the GRESB EMEA Regional Results Event Panel Discussion
At the recent GRESB EMEA Regional Results Event, Paul Sutcliffe, Executive Director and Co-Founder of EVORA Global, led an insightful panel discussion with sustainability leaders Natalie Sinha from UBS Asset Management (UBS AM), Hannah Brown from Hines, and Emma Williamson from M&G. Together, they shared insights on how to effectively integrate ESG practices across real…
Read MoreEVORA at New York Climate Week: What’s Happening and What’s Next
New York Climate Week is back, and the urgency around climate action has never been clearer. As EVORA attends events throughout the city, we’re eager to continue the momentum from last year and explore how the industry is responding to the growing demand for sustainable solutions. Our team is ready to engage in the key…
Read MoreBeyond Bricks – Navigating Sustainability Risks in Commercial Real Estate for Maximum Value
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is taking a real battering right now. The Wall Street Journal even labelled it the “latest dirty word in corporate America.” Although this characterisation is debatable, it’s clear that the commercial real asset market is increasingly cautious about where and how to invest in sustainability outcomes. During and shortly after…
Read MoreInsights from EVORA’s Value-Add Webinar
The webinar hosted by Ed Gabbitas, co-founder of EVORA, focused on how sustainability adds value to real estate investments, particularly in the value-add space. The discussion featured insights from Inger Ahaneku, Head of ESG at MARK Capital, Ryan Ray, leader of ESG Performance at TPG, and Sonny Masero, Managing Director for Global ESG at Hines.…
Read MoreUnlocking Value in Short-Term Real Estate Investments Through Sustainability
EVORA Global has read with interest commentary that commercial real estate strategies offering higher yields, at a higher risk, will likely move first and fastest as the real estate market seeks to deploy built up capital. This trend is being driven by investors demanding higher returns in a challenged market. When the ‘risk-free’ rate (represented…
Read MoreUnlocking Value Through Social Impact: Insights from Fitwel Social Performance Webinar #2
Our recent webinar, the second in our Fitwel Social Performance series, delved into the business case behind Fitwel Social Performance. This session featured insights from Joanna Frank, President and CEO of Fitwel, and Philippa Gill, Executive Director of Strategic Accounts at EVORA Global. They explored the intersection of health, economic evidence, and the optimisation of…
Read MorePRI Reporting Window Opens for 12 Weeks from 2 May
The United Nations-supported Principles of Responsible Investment (UN PRI) is an international network of financial institutions working towards the common goal of ‘developing a more sustainable global financial system’. With over 5,300 signatories adopting the UN PRI’s 6 Principles of Responsible Investment, the organisation supports companies across the globe in incorporating environmental, social and governance…
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