ESG Services for Real Estate

Support for investors, asset management companies, banks and corporates in ESG compliance, SFDR, CSRD and EU Taxonomy application throughout the entire real estate lifecycle.

Technicians inspecting photovoltaic systems with a tablet for ESG, sustainability and energy monitoring services for real estate assets

ESG services address the growing need to integrate environmental, social and governance requirements into the management and enhancement of real estate assets, in line with the European regulatory framework. The activities apply across acquisition, development, management and disposal phases and are designed for institutional investors, asset managers, banks and corporates. The approach is based on the structured application of SFDR, EU Taxonomy and CSRD, technical assessment methodologies, and data collection and control systems. These services contribute to asset governance by integrating ESG assessments, energy performance and verifiable indicators to support strategic decision-making. 

 Our services 

  • Application of ESG principles and the SFDR framework at entity and product level 
  • Definition of ESG and SDG strategies 
  • Materiality analysis and sustainability reporting 
  • EU Taxonomy alignment Due Diligence and DNSH verification 
  • Climate change adaptability analysis 
  • Technical Advisory for building sustainability certifications and protocols (LEED, BREEAM, WELL, WiredScore, ITACA) 
  • ESG policies and procedures 
  • Support for GRESB submission and completion 
  • Achievement and monitoring of GRESB ESG rating 
  • Decarbonization analysis and CRREM 
  • Asset energy efficiency improvement and energy analysis 
  • Green Procurement and Green Lease 
  • ESG scoring for financing and real estate appraisals 
  • Support for Green Bonds and sustainable finance instrument

Our approach

Our approach is based on an integrated method combining regulatory analysis, technical checks and ESG assessments applied throughout the entire asset lifecycle. The processes adopt European and international standards, including SFDR, EU Taxonomy, CSRD and sustainability protocols. Activities include structured controls, data collection and validation, the use of checklists and ESG indicators, and integration with dedicated digital tools. This approach enables coordinated real estate portfolio management, supporting governance, information transparency and the improvement of sustainability and energy efficiency performance. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is meant by Taxonomy alignment Due Diligence for a real estate asset?

Taxonomy alignment Due Diligence is a technical assessment that evaluates an asset, or the works carried out on it, from an environmental, social and governance perspective. It analyses energy consumption, emissions, water, waste, social and governance aspects, providing an indication of compliance during acquisition or refurbishment phases. 

How do these services support SFDR compliance?

The services support the identification of obligations at entity and product level, the definition of sustainability policies and the collection of required data. The activity enables the preparation of disclosures consistent with Articles 6, 8 and 9 of the SFDR, reducing the risk of non-compliance. 

What is the role of the EU Taxonomy in ESG services?

The EU Taxonomy provides the criteria for qualifying an investment as sustainable. The services verify substantial contribution to environmental objectives, compliance with the DNSH principle and minimum social safeguards, supporting investors and managers in reporting activities. 

How are ESG services connected to the asset lifecycle?

The services apply from the acquisition phase, through due diligence, to development and refurbishment, as well as operational management and disposal. At each stage, ESG risks, opportunities and performance are assessed to support informed decision-making. 

What is the relationship between ESG and real estate portfolio management?

ESG integration in portfolio management makes it possible to monitor climate, energy and regulatory risks, improve transparency towards investors and align investment strategies with regulatory and sustainability requirements. 

How do the services contribute to sustainability and energy performance?

The services include energy analyses, decarbonization strategies and emissions monitoring. These activities support the reduction of environmental impacts, the improvement of energy efficiency and alignment with European climate objectives. 

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