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Martin Sleeuw, BSc(Hons) MRICS
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The discussion on sustainability in the built environment
is being re-framed, from talk of burden to that of
opportunity. While legislation and regulation have
been the key drivers to date, the market forces of risk
management and occupier demand for sustainable
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concluded that, “countries at all levels of
income now have the opportunity to build
lasting economic growth at the same time
as reducing the immense risks of climate
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billion of investments worldwide. Meanwhile,
Rockefeller committed to divest from fossil
fuels, and the insurance industry announced
its commitment to increase its investment in
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such as these are calling for more investible
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a result of this massive reallocation of capital.
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goods and services sector currently worth
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a tremendous business opportunity.
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for our leading knowledge, innovation and
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supply, opportunities abound on the demand
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