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Key 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…
Read MoreChallenges in Data Collection and Overcoming Them: Insights for the Real Asset Investment Industry
Understanding the landscape of data collection in the real asset investment sector involves addressing specific challenges that need careful solutions. This article examines three key areas: the complexity of data sources, the importance of traceability and quality, and the impact of data structure on property transactions. EVORA’s Chief Data Officer Magnus Hornef provides solutions to…
Read MoreNavigating Sustainable Financing in the US Real Estate Debt Market
The Emergence of Sustainable Commercial Real Estate Debt In recent years, the market for sustainability in commercial real estate debt has been on the upswing, mirroring the growing importance of sustainability in finance. This is further boosted by wider economic forces, which have expanded the appeal, and returns, of fixed-income products. Investors, lenders, and borrowers…
Read MoreEVORA Global Expands Operations in Nordics Region to Meet Growing Demand for Sustainable Real Asset Solutions
EVORA Global is thrilled to announce the launch of its operations in the Nordics region. This strategic expansion is a key component of EVORA’s broader growth strategy, driven by increasing client demand for innovative and comprehensive sustainability services in the real asset sector. In a significant move to bolster its presence in the region, EVORA…
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