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Understanding GRESB: Benchmarking ESG Performance in Real Estate


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Course Overview

Welcome to “Understanding GRESB: Benchmarking ESG Performance in Real Estate”! This course is designed to guide you through the core principles of GRESB, the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark, and provide the insights needed to assess and improve the ESG performance of real estate portfolios.

Whether you’re an ESG professional, real estate investor, or someone passionate about sustainable business practices, this course will equip you with the tools necessary to make impactful contributions to the built environmentโ€™s future.

Why GRESB Matters:
As the global real estate sector faces increasing expectations for sustainability, GRESB offers a unique opportunity to align your portfolio with best practices. By doing so, you can build trust with investors, differentiate yourself in the market, and contribute to a greener, more resilient real estate industry.

Course Instructors

Amy Dโ€™Angelo

Amy Dโ€™Angelo is the Director of ESG at Sustainable Investment Group, a company of TรœV SรœD. Amy provides leadership to the ESG department and works with some of the countryโ€™s largest REITs to identify and manage risks that pertain to environmental, social and governance issues.

Amy Stelmaszyk

Amy Stelmaszyk is a Senior ESG Data Analyst at Sustainable Investment Group, a company of TรœV SรœD. Amy’s main responsibilities include leading ESG assessments as well as data acquisition and assurance for ESG reporting, GRESB and CDP submissions.

Amrit Virdee

Amrit Virdee is a Senior ESG Consultant at Sustainable Investment Group, a company of TรœV SรœD. Amrit plays a key role in identifying ESG material issues and collaborating with clients to develop effective ESG frameworks.

Amanda Howard

Amanda Howard is an ESG Consultant at Sustainable Investment Group, a company of TรœV SรœD. Amanda specializes in executing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) surveys and frameworks for a diverse range of public and private companies. She has expertise in GRESB, CDP, GRI, SASB, and ENERGY STAR.

What You Will Learn

What is GRESB and Why It Matters:
Gain a clear understanding of GRESB and its importance to real estate professionals and investors worldwide. Learn how GRESB serves as a benchmark to measure and improve ESG practices across portfolios.

Structure of GRESB Assessments:
Dive into the three core components of GRESB assessments: management, performance, and development. Understand how each one impacts your overall GRESB score and your portfolioโ€™s ESG profile.

The Benefits of Participating in GRESB:
Discover how participating in GRESB can improve operational efficiency, enhance transparency, and even boost financial performanceโ€”making it a crucial tool for any real estate investor or manager.

The GRESB Reporting Process:
Learn about the GRESB reporting timeline, key milestones, and best practices for ensuring success in your reporting and data collection efforts.

Course Features

Interactive Learning:
Engage with real-world case studies and activities designed to reinforce the concepts discussed throughout the course.

Expert Insights:
Receive guidance directly from industry leaders who understand the challenges of implementing sustainable practices in real estate.

Practical Strategies:
Leave with actionable strategies that you can apply directly to your work and help position your portfolio for success.

Approved for Continuing Education:
This course is approved for one hour of LEED General, WELL and AIA LU CE.

*This course is not included in GBES Unlimited

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