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Commercial Awareness Compass

Green foundations: BCLP on the ESG overhaul of real estate

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Daniel Burnand

Daniel is a Partner in BCLP's London office. He is experienced in complex development and investment real estate transactions across a range of sectors including office, retail, logistics and infrastructure.

Published Thu, 21 Aug

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Boardrooms around the world are confronting a hidden giant in the carbon ledger: the built environment. Nearly 40 per cent of global carbon emissions now stem from the design, construction and operation of real estate. Investors, developers and occupiers face mounting pressure to upgrade ageing stock and future proof assets against evolving sustainability rules.

Energy performance certificates and minimum energy efficiency standards are reshaping transaction due diligence. Green lease clauses promise to align landlords and tenants around data sharing, renewable power and waste reduction. Could a lease clause make or break your next deal? What exemptions might shield an owner from costly upgrades? How can lawyers use horizon scanning to protect asset value?

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