Introducing our new Verte EUI Tool
80% of 2050’s buildings already exist. It will be key to transition these assets to achieve net zero and retain value, as stranding is already being priced into valuations. To help, we’ve developed our new Verte Energy Use Intensity (EUI) Tool – which reveals the EUI performance of your asset, and where it benchmarks against industry standards. …
Read MoreHow to achieve BREEAM certification without major capex
It’s a tough market for existing buildings. To be commercially competitive, assets must demonstrate their ESG credentials – often by undergoing extensive refurbishment. No easy feat in a difficult lending environment. But it is possible for buildings to achieve a high-level BREEAM certification without major capex. Introducing BREEAM In-Use BREEAM In-Use (BIU) is the lesser-known…
Read MoreRetrofit: Operational energy in the spotlight
The retrofit movement has gained momentum, but projects continue to face barriers. Cost is the one of the biggest barriers to reducing operational energy and carbon in retrofit projects. Money is expensive right now. But the industry recognises the importance of retrofit first and more stretching operational energy targets are on the horizon. A lot…
Read MoreSustainability in the spotlight at EXPO REAL
We’ve recently returned from EXPO REAL 2024 and wanted to share what the European real estate industry is talking about. ESG is everywhere ESG is only going to become more important in Europe. Strong ESG credentials are correlated with portfolio value and it will be a deal-breaker for investment. If projects are to proceed they’ll…
Read MoreScience Based Targets initiative guidance – what you need to know
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released its first guidance for the built environment sector to achieve Net Zero emissions. Buildings and the built environment contribute over 25% of global energy-related emissions and are heavily impacted by the climate crisis. The guidance outlines four key actions: Speak to us at Verte to help you…
Read MoreRetrofit challenge for Life Sciences
How can you align life sciences developments with net zero objectives? This was a key part of the debate for the ‘Retrofit challenge for Life Sciences’ panel I chaired at FOOTPRINT+, featuring speakers Dave Wakelin, Director of Sustainability, Gleeds; Simon Hepher-Davies, Asset Manager, British Land; Alex Wraight, Allies and Morrison; and Ivan Jovanovic, Technical Director,…
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