Real Assets

The latest developments in sustainable finance

Energy use in buildings contributes more than 17.5 percent to global greenhouse gas emissions, and their construction is a key driver behind demand for steel and cement, which together are responsible for another 10.2 percent of emissions. Hence, decarbonising the real estate sector is unavoidable in order to reach net zero emission targets by 2050. The European Union is bringing forward a raft of regulation to bring the sector on track. This includes the potential addition of buildings’ emissions in the EU Emission Trading System (EU ETS), and directives for energy performance and sustainable construction materials. As a result, existing building stock without extensive retrofits, and non-aligned new housing, are at high risk of significant losses in value.

The latest developments in sustainable finance

Taskforce aims to accelerate green banking ahead of COP26

From houses to highways, investing in Real Assets – comprising of Listed and Non-listed Real Estate and Listed Infrastructure – is about much more than attractive and predictable cashflows. The building and operation of Real Estate and Infrastructure forms the backbone of the economies, societies and communities in which people will live and work, now and in the future.

The latest developments in sustainable finance

Changes in the renewable energy landscape pose new challenges for investors, says Eduardo Monteiro

The latest developments in sustainable finance

The latest developments in sustainable finance

The 2020 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the World Food Programme, but there is still a long way to go when it comes to sustainable food systems, says Frans VanSchaik