Case Studies

To share learnings from the approaches, challenges and achievements of our members with the wider industry, we develop case studies showcasing best-practice or innovative projects our members have undertaken.   

Bringing Net Zero Ambitions to Life Through Bespoke Training

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Bringing Net Zero Ambitions to Life Through Bespoke Training

Savills Investment Management (Savills IM) prioritises continuous upskilling and training across sustainability topics, including their net zero objectives. In the evolving landscape of climate science, regulations and reporting standards, Savills IM ensures up to date ESG learning and development training programmes are available for every Savills IM employee, across all disciplines and teams. In 2023, Savills IM internally launched their Net Zero Whole Life Carbon training series, delivered by their Sustainability & Net Zero Lead and offered to all employees globally.
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    SEGRO Park Enfield Shows Bright Future for Wellness in Warehouses

    27 June 2022

    Wellbeing and sustainability innovations at SEGRO Park Enfield are creating the warehouse of the future. Smart building technology will empower occupiers to manage spaces that prioritise employee wellbeing and energy efficiency. Extensive glazing provides more natural daylight and opens up views. LED lighting and photovoltaic panels are incorporated to reduce carbon emissions. A fitness trail, riverside footpath and facilities for cyclists encourage active lifestyles.

    Topic: Market Transformation

    Type: Case Studies

    Member: SEGRO

  • c2p

    Lendlease and Crate to Plate Lead Urban Farming Revolution

    09 March 2022

    When Lendlease partnered with innovative urban farming venture Crate to Plate at Elephant Park, it proved so successful that the partnership is now expanding to International Quarter London, with plans for additional sites. Collaborating with brands that are championing sustainability, tackling climate change and helping build healthier communities supports Lendlease’s wider sustainability commitments.

    Topic: Market Transformation

    Type: Case Studies

  • Legal & General Outperforms Industry Targets on Lifecycle Carbon at North Quay House

    Legal & General Outperforms Industry Targets on Lifecycle Carbon at North Quay House

    16 February 2022

    North Quay House in Bristol is the latest refurbishment by Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) Real Assets to undergo a detailed lifecycle carbon assessment. This revealed that the project is on track to achieve embodied emissions well below industry targets, evidencing the carbon benefit of retaining and renewing existing structures rather than building new. Planned upgrades to the building fabric and systems will also substantially reduce operational emissions, accelerating progress to net zero carbon.

    Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment

    Type: Case Studies

    Member: Legal & General IM Real Assets

  • GPE Accelerates Progress to Net Zero Through Industry-Leading Internal Carbon Price

    GPE Accelerates Progress to Net Zero Through Industry-Leading Internal Carbon Price

    12 January 2022

    GPE’s internal carbon price of £95 per tonne, which originally launched in 2020, is transforming behaviour and driving innovation in the race to net zero. Covering both embodied carbon and operational emissions, this internal carbon price goes further than others in the UK real estate sector. All contributions feed into a Decarbonisation Fund, created to support the deep retrofitting of the existing portfolio, further accelerating the transition to net zero and building in climate resilience for the future of London.

    Topic: Energy/Carbon

    Type: Case Studies

    Member: GPE

  • Rooftop Gardening Brings Together Occupiers

    Rooftop Gardening Brings Together Occupiers

    09 December 2021

    Abrdn and JLL’s rooftop garden at The White Building in Reading is boosting health and wellbeing, as occupiers from different organisations nurture their plants and enjoy the green space together. As well as growing a sense of community in the building, the project is also enriching biodiversity. The facilities management team has already developed more ideas to extend social and environmental benefits, creating new opportunities for occupier engagement.

    Topic: Occupier Engagement

    Type: Case Studies

    Member: abrdn

  • Bio-enzyme Cleaning Cuts Carbon and Boosts Wellbeing at The Bower

    Bio-enzyme Cleaning Cuts Carbon and Boosts Wellbeing at The Bower

    02 December 2021

    At The Bower in Old Street, London, the owner Helical PLC and managing agent Ashdown Phillips ran an innovative tender process that led to the introduction of bio-enzyme cleaning. All products are now distilled on-site, avoiding single-use plastics, cutting carbon emissions and delivering healthier cleaning performance with less use of hazardous chemicals. Following the success of this pilot, the team is now exploring opportunities to rollout bio-enzyme cleaning at additional sites.

    Topic: Property Management

    Type: Case Studies

    Member: Helical