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The EU Sustainability Framework: What the Omnibus Simplification Actually Means for Real Estate

“Simplification” sounds promising—until you’re the one trying to implement it. Last week at EPRA’s annual Sustainability Summit, Dr Taysom moderated a panel that cut through the noise around the European Union’s Omnibus Simplification Package and changes to the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulations. The timing couldn’t have been more relevant, landing the same day as major […]

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Sophie Taysom moderating at EPRA Sustainability Summit 2025 

On November 20th, Dr Taysom of Keyah will be sharing insights at the EPRA Sustainability Summit on the European Commission’s Omnibus alongside a brilliant lineup of speakers. You can register for free here.

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Time to celebrate!

9,000 members strong! My Sustainable Real Estate LinkedIn group has grown into a global powerhouse since 2020. Why this matters: If you’re wrestling with climate regulations, investor sustainability demands, or risk assessments, you’re part of a movement that’s reshaping real estate. What makes this community different: – Real case studies from practitioners – Solutions to

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Making the case for financing adaptation – FT Sustainable Views

When financial stakeholders contributing to Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment identify insurance availability and affordability as the single highest risk to financial systems, we’ve got a big problem. And this issue isn’t unique to Australia. I explored this in my latest piece for the Financial Times Sustainable Views. What’s clear is that the convergence

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Dr Taysom at the Edge Debate 185 – Urban Climate: How do we connect land value and built form to create liveable cities?

On 14th July, Dr Sophie Taysom of Keyah Consulting, was a panellist at the Edge Debate on connecting land value and built form to create livable cities. The Panel was Chaired by Lisa Fairmaner MRTPI, Head of London Plan and Strategic Planning, Greater London Authority, and Moderated by Marialena Nikolopoulou, Kent School of Architecture. Other

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Banks and Insurers put on notice

Really pleased to see my editorial in today’s Financial Times Sustainable Views. This piece was written in collaboration with Dee Korab, expert in sustainable finance. The full article can be found via this link -> Putting banks and insurers on notice to better manage climate risks In the piece, we pick up on the UK’s

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The Pool - Sustainability and ESG across real estate

Introducing The Pool – Sustainability and ESG expertise when you need it

I’m excited to introduce The Pool – a collective of experts supporting clients across the real estate sector and its entire value chain with strategic, impactful sustainability and ESG advisory. What sets The Pool apart? We speak your language – in business and in English, French, Arabic, Italian, German, and Dutch. We ensure communication is

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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

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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

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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

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