PAT Perspectives #5: Cross-laminated timber’s role in changing the fabric of our built environment

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is increasingly being used as an alternative to concrete and steel in construction. Boasting a number of sustainability benefits, CLT presents a hugely attractive opportunity for any investor with their eyes on net-zero.In this episode of PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests just 5 simple questions on a critical topic or trend shaping the world of real assets - Andrew Belt interviews Guido Maarsman - a Senior Associate in PATRIZIA’s Asset Management team.In 2022, PATRIZIA made its first investment into a CLT project - the Hof van Duurzaamheid in the Netherlands. Guido led on this project from PATRIZIA’s side.Andrew Belt asks Guido what CLT is, what’s attractive about investing into CLT buildings, what drew PATRIZIA to the Hof van Duurzaamheid investment, and what role CLT will have in the future of our built environment.Find out more at https://www.patrizia.ag/en/