ESG real estate investment: charities leading the way

It is becoming clear that many real estate investors are interested in more than just financial returns. While the concept of ESG (environmental, social and governance) investing is not new, recent changes in how it is viewed demonstrate a fundamental shift away from the traditional real estate investment model.

However, the success of ESG investing is not news to charities, many of which already have a substantial presence in this area. For years, charities have worked on developing ESG investment strategies that comply with the strict rules and legislative framework that govern their operation.  While they may initially have looked to ESG as a matter of principle, it is its success as an investment choice that has contributed to its take-up, alongside wider social awareness of ESG matters. Now, it is causing conventional investors to follow suit.  Charities in the lead Charities are subje...