Property Perspectives: The importance of sustainability

The latest trends and sustainability innovations in the world of commercial real estate.

Why is sustainability so crucial for the UK real estate sector? In this episode, NatWest’s Ashley Toy is joined by Rob Wall, Assistant Director at the British Property Federation and Emma Harvey-Smith, Chief of Staff at the Green Finance Institute for a deep dive into the big forces pushing sustainability higher up the agenda. They discuss the impact of post-pandemic demand shifts, the role of technology and regulation – and more. 

In this episode of the Property Perspectives podcast, NatWest’s Ashley Toy is joined by Rob Wall, Assistant Director at the British Property Federation and Emma Harvey-Smith, Chief of Staff at the Green Finance Institute for a deep dive into the big forces pushing sustainability higher up the agenda in the real estate sector. Listen today.

NB. This was recorded on 13 February 2025.

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