Key ESG Acronyms in Real Assets: A Growing List

Key ESG Acronyms in Real Assets: A Growing List

Here’s a list of the most common ESG acronyms I encounter when working with clients in the real assets sector. This list will be regularly updated, so let me know if there are any other acronyms you’d like to see added! Follow for more insights on ESG, sustainability, and real asset investments. *** BREEAM - Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method [Website] CDP – Carbon Disclosure Project (Global) [Website] CRREM – Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor [Website] CSDDD – Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (EU) [Website] CSR – Corporate Social Responsibility CSRD – Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (EU) [Website] DEI - Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion DMA – Double Materiality Assessment DR – Disclosure requirement EFRAG - European Financial Reporting Advisory Group [Website] EMS – Environmental Management System EPC – Energy Performance Certificate ESG – Environmental, social, governance ESRS - European Sustainability Reporting Standards (EU) [Website] GFANZ – Glasgow Finance Alliance for Net Zero (Global) [Website] GHG – Greenhouse gases, or the GHG Protocol [Website] GREEN - Global Real Estate Engagement Network [Website] GRESB – formerly known as the “Global Real...
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What next for the ESG in real estate group on LinkedIn?

What next for the ESG in real estate group on LinkedIn?

Last week, I hosted a meeting with members of the LinkedIn ESG in Real Estate group. Since founding the group in August 2020, it has grown to over 8,000 members worldwide, bringing together professionals passionate about sustainability, finance, and real assets. Why Members Join the ESG in Real Estate Group During our discussion, attendees shared key reasons for joining the group:🔹 Exchange ideas on ESG and real estate trends🔹 Access the latest research and industry insights🔹 Learn from experts and case studies Key Takeaways: What Members Want to See More Of From the conversation, it’s clear there’s a strong demand for more insights on:🔹 Finance’s Role in Sustainability – How financial institutions support ESG initiatives in real assets🔹 Insurance & Sustainability – The role of insurers as institutional investors and drivers of ESG progress🔹 Real-World Case Studies – Success stories in finance, insurance, and sustainable asset management Looking Ahead: Expanding ESG Resources To address these needs, we’re focusing on expanding case studies that highlight ESG in finance,...
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Dr. Sophie Taysom Joins EIIS as Faculty Member for Business & Human Rights Program

Dr. Sophie Taysom Joins EIIS as Faculty Member for Business & Human Rights Program

I'm delighted to announce my appointment as a Faculty Member for the Business & Human Rights Certificate Program at the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability (EIIS). With a deep expertise in sustainability, ESG, and human rights, I will focus on:✔ Human rights in real assets – Ensuring responsible and ethical practices across the real estate and infrastructure sectors✔ Community engagement – Exploring proactive strategies to build positive relationships with local communities This appointment aligns with my commitment to advancing sustainability, responsible investment, and corporate social responsibility (CSR). Stay connected for insights on ESG, business & human rights, and sustainable real assets....
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Announcement on Sustainability Advisory Group

Announcement on Sustainability Advisory Group

I’m really excited to announce, and introduce, our Sustainability Advisory Group, working across the UK and Europe.And what a team!Each of us is an expert in our own right and, in coming together as a Group, we complement each other’s expertise. It’s about adding value for our clients.We will continue to work independently, and bring in others from the Group as and when it makes sense.What can we offer as a Group?➡️ Updates and trends analysis across the fast moving world of sustainability – at national, regional, and global levels➡️ Sustainability linked advisory services➡️ Training and facilitation across organisations and with other key stakeholders➡️ Change management to support embedding sustainability across the business.And we can work across multiple languages – English, French, Flemish, Arabic, German, and Polish. Get in touch if you'd like to know more....
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7 Benefits of Stakeholder Engagement

7 Benefits of Stakeholder Engagement

How many times have you developed a stakeholder map for it to end up lost? You resurrect it when trouble hits or you’re required to demonstrate that you’ve ‘done’ stakeholder engagement. So what are some of the benefits of stakeholder engagement? Business is about relationships – whether you’re start-up or a large business, government, or an NGO. The success or failure of any policy or product starts and ends with stakeholders. Failure to engage can cost time, money and reputation, and lead to a great idea going nowhere. Engagement is an ongoing process throughout the lifecycle of your policy or product. In this post, I’ll be outlining some of the benefits, and pitfalls, of stakeholder engagement. I have also written about some of the key principles of stakeholder engagement here.  What is stakeholder engagement? Stakeholder engagement is the process by which an organisation involves people who may be affected by the decisions it makes or by its implementation. It is more than just communication. Communication will only...
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Dr. Sophie Taysom at the RICS Building Surveying Conference

Dr. Sophie Taysom at the RICS Building Surveying Conference

I was pleased to have had the opportunity to speak at the RICS Building Surveying Conference in London. Session Topic: Unlocking the Path to Net Zero My session, “Unlocking the Path to Net Zero: Strategies for Effective Integration of Sustainability,” will provide practical insights on achieving Net Zero in the built environment. Key Discussion Points: 🔹 Building the Business Case for ESG & Sustainability – Demonstrating long-term value🔹 The Market Opportunity – Why sustainability is a competitive advantage🔹 The Value of Data for Decision-Making – Leveraging insights for better outcomes🔹 Turning ‘Green’ Ambitions into Reality – Implementing actionable strategies The session will also address:🔹 Overcoming key challenges in sustainability adoption🔹 Engaging stakeholders to drive lasting change🔹 Creating a sustainability-focused culture in real estate and construction Interested in working with me? Get in touch to explore ESG solutions for your organisation. 2405 Unlocking the Path to Net Zero Strategies for Effective Integration of Sustainability (4)Download *And with thanks to Gary Powell for the photos!...
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ESG in BTR: From strategy to practice on social considerations

ESG in BTR: From strategy to practice on social considerations

On the 17th of October, in partnership with Hannah Durden from CNZW, we'll be discussing moving from strategy to practice on social considerations. We will discuss what addressing social considerations means for investors and businesses, at corporate and site level. The focus will be on practical steps that developers and asset owners can embed across their organisations and assets, including Health & Safety, tackling modern day slavery, health and wellbeing for employees, tenants, and in contributing social value. You can sign up here.  This is the second of the three part series on ESG in BTR. You can read up on the first event here and there's a link to a copy of the slides....
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Key Principles of Effective Stakeholder Engagement

Key Principles of Effective Stakeholder Engagement

I’ve seen the good and the bad of stakeholder engagement – from getting support and buy-in to heated exchanges that quickly turn nasty and result in reputational damage.  Having outlined 7 Benefits of Stakeholder Engagement, I want to turn attention to some key principles. Keep these principles in mind when developing and reviewing plans. A good engagement plan will grow and adapt to reflect both inputs received as well as further steps to be taken. 'The single biggest problem in communications is the illusion that it has taken place' George Bernard Shaw Plan You need to be asking a number of questions when developing a stakeholder plan. These include but are not limited to: What is the purpose of engaging with stakeholders? What are your objectives? Do you want to provide information, consult, involve and/or collaborate? Who are your stakeholders and how are you assessing them in terms of relative importance? What does implementation look like? Are you running a consultation, a series of...
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