Environment
Future-proofed space
EPC B on refurbishment, BREEAM Very Good on new build, with LED lighting, solar-ready roofs, gas removal and EV provision rolled out at lease events — not retrofitted late.
ESG — responsible by design
Future-proofing every asset we touch
Responsible by design. We future-proof every asset — targeting EPC B on refurbishment, BREEAM Very Good on new build, and a clear pathway to net zero — with sustainability capex timed to lease events, not bolted on.
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01—Framework
Environment, social, governance
Sustainability is embedded throughout the business — in how we specify buildings, support occupiers, and run the firm.
Social
Occupiers that succeed
Well-connected, flexible space lets British businesses grow in place. 409 occupiers across many sectors — we measure success by their longevity, and invest in community amenities at our estates.
Governance
Responsible by default
Hands-on, transparent asset management with a disciplined, evidence-led approach to every acquisition and disposal. Voluntary TCFD reporting and EPRA sBPR Gold, four years running.
02—Commitments
What we hold ourselves to
Clear, measured standards across the portfolio — and the recognition that we are tracking against them.
EPC B
Minimum rating targeted on every refurbishment, with LED and gas removal as standard.
BREEAM Very Good
The standard for all new-build development, alongside an EPC A target.
Net zero pathway
Scope 1 & 2 by 2030 and scope 3 by 2050, with a 4.2% annual like-for-like reduction target.
Lease-event upgrades
Sustainability capex timed to natural break points to minimise cost and occupier disruption.
EPC A–C, total portfolio (FY25)68.7%
EPC A–C, England & Wales74.3%
Landlord-procured electricity100% REGO-backed
EPRA sBPR Gold4 consecutive years
Voluntary TCFD compliance4 consecutive years
MSCI ESG rating (FY25)BBB
03—In practice
Bradwell Abbey
Lease-event-driven refurbishment lifted EPC A–C rated units from 38% to 71% — a near-doubling of efficient stock without a single speculative void.
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Every upgrade was captured at a lease event: 31 units externally redecorated, gas disconnected, LED fitted, and a new cafe and delicatessen added following an occupier survey — improving retention while cutting carbon.
04—People & community
A responsible place to work and invest
People & culture
An inclusive, respectful environment built on collaboration and entrepreneurship, with an annual staff survey and full appraisal process. Benefits span private healthcare, contributory pension, an employee assistance programme, two volunteering days and flexible working.
Training & access
Professional qualifications and leadership training, plus mandatory programmes on anti-bribery, anti-money-laundering, cyber security, diversity & inclusion and modern slavery. We partner with Pathways to Property (Henley Business School) to widen access to property careers.
Community & carbon
£10,600+ of charitable donations in FY24 to local organisations including Bus Shelter MK, CEO Sleepout, UnityMK and National Star. Defibrillators are being rolled out across large estates, and PV was installed at Walton Road Industrial Estate, Stone — with 410,000 sq ft of further roofs under evaluation.
Invest responsibly
Returns and responsibility, aligned
Future-proofed space protects income and value. Talk to us about a sustainable multi-let mandate.