Sustainable Buildings & Energy_GreenMoney July/Aug 19

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Heatherwick Studio completed a shopping centre at London’s King’s Cross, formed of two converted 19th-century coal warehouses; photo courtesy of Hufton+Crow

Welcome to our July/August issue on “Sustainable Buildings and Energy,” a topic so impactful, it merits a double issue. 

This World Resources Institute quote from lead article writer Sam Adams, encapsulates the issue’s content and theme: “The environmental impact of the built environment can be minimized with energy efficient buildings, as well as with environmentally sound siting decisions, materials selection, water use, and waste management. In addition, energy efficient buildings contribute to better indoor and outdoor air quality through reduced pollution and improved ventilation, leading to health and economic benefits.”

More good news to share with you – GreenMoney has been nominated for an International Finance Award from Acquisition International for our work as a “Leading Source for Sustainable Investment News.” This is our fourth award in the last two years.

In appreciation – Cliff Feigenbaum, founder/publisher, GreenMoney   EMAIL CLIFF

The Case for Investing in Sustainable Buildings

by Sam Adams, Managing CEO & Co-founder, Vert Asset Mgmt.Buildings are a big part of the sustainability challenge, and thus a huge opportunity. The construction and operations of buildings account for 40% of global energy use, 30% of energy-related GHG emissions, approximately 12% of water use, nearly 40% of waste, and employs 10% of the workforce.

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The Productivity Equation

by Cynthia Curtis, Senior Vice President, JLLSustainability investments in physical assets are increasingly being influenced by more than finance, facilities and RE managers. The recognition that a sustainably-designed and healthy workplace directly impacts attitude, satisfaction level and productivity, has led to human capital management and sustainability functions becoming integral and influential in the decision-making process.

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Millions of Idle Power Plants

by Ryan Dings, Chief Operating Officer, SunwealthCombating climate change requires our economy to make a comprehensive transition to clean energy, where rooftop solar is part of the solution. The buildings all around us consume so much power and generate so much carbon. But the rooftops of those buildings have high technical potential to generate solar power right at the point where it is consumed.

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The Sustainability Edge in Real Estate Investing

by Kimberly Ryan, Senior Portfolio Mgr., Wells Fargo BankImprovements in building efficiency provide cost savings to landlords and tenants. Impactful initiatives include installation of more efficient LED lighting; upgrades to HVAC; smart metering; reductions in water consumption; and waste management. Also sustainably-managed structures typically command higher rents, and experience lower vacancy and higher tenant satisfaction.

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