The Pulse by GRESB

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, host David Tassadogh, Manager, Data Quality and Validation at GRESB, speaks with Elliott Barnes, Managing Consultant at EVORA Global, about the critical role of data quality in GRESB Assessments and ESG reporting. Together, they explore what data confidence means in practice—covering data coverage, completeness, accuracy, and assurance—and why high-quality, asset-level data has become a key differentiator for performance. The conversation examines how investor expectations are evolving, the risks associated with low-quality data, and how stronger data foundations enable better benchmarking, scoring optimization, and more informed decision-making. Listen for insights on data validation approaches, market trends, and practical steps organizations can take to improve data quality and unlock deeper value from their ESG data.Listen to insights from:1. David Tassadogh, Manager, Data Quality and Validation | GRESB2. Elliott Barnes, Managing Consultant | EVORA GlobalFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/building-confidence-in-your-data/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, host Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director of Real Asset Analytics at GRESB, is joined by Matt Clifford, Head of Sustainability & ESG, Asia Pacific at Cushman & Wakefield, for a discussion on physical climate resilience in the global logistics and industrial sector.They explore how climate hazards such as floods, heat stress, storms, and wildfires are reshaping risk profiles for assets worldwide, and why logistics and industrial properties face unique exposure due to their location, scale, and operational criticality. The conversation also examines how asset-level data, risk modeling, and forward-looking capital planning can help investors and operators strengthen resilience and support long-term value creation.Listen to insights from:1. Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director of Real Asset Analytics | GRESB2. Matt Clifford, Head of Sustainability & ESG, Asia Pacific | Cushman & WakefieldFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/why-li-needs-a-new-resilience-playbook/The Pulse by GRESB is an insightful content series featuring the GRESB team, partners, GRESB Foundation members, and other experts. Each episode focuses on an important topic related to either GRESB, ESG issues within real assets industry, decarbonization efforts, or the wider market.The Pulse by GRESB follows topics related to the GRESB editorial calendar and will tie into broader industry conversations and moments.

In this episode of Pulse on Impact, our speakers discuss the findings of their joint white paper, “Evaluating the Consistency of Companies’ Decarbonisation Targets in Critical Sectors.” They explore the ambition-credibility gap between what climate scenarios require, what companies commit to in their targets, and what historical emissions trends and forward-looking capital expenditure plans actually imply.The episode covers the divergence between emissions intensity and absolute emissions alignment, structural misalignment in sectors such as steel, oil and gas, and shipping, and relative convergence in electricity and automobiles. It also examines why capital expenditure plans often fall short of stated targets and what this means for investors, lenders, and regulators assessing the credibility of corporate transition strategies.Listen to insights from:1. Alex Clark, Research Director | Asset Impact2. Vincent Bouchet, Director of ESG and Climate Research | Scientific PortfolioFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/from-targets-to-capital-allocation-testing-the-credibility-of-corporate-decarbonisation-plans/Follow along on the Asset Impact website: www.asset-impact.com/news-and-impact/from-targets-to-capital-allocation-testing-the-credibility-of-corporate-decarbonisation-plans

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, host Katy Aylward, Director of the GRESB's Partners Program,  discusses with Antonio Marotta, Regional Director at Catalyst, and Juan Palacios, Assistant Professor at Maastricht University and Visiting Assistant Professor at the MIT Center for Real Estate, how sustainability performance is changing real estate access to capital. The evolution of green financing, from sustainability-linked loans and bonds to new structures that reward quantifiable impact, is examined in relation to asset-level data and benchmarking. They also examine how artificial intelligence, investor expectations, and regulations are assisting in bridging the gap between aspiration and action. Listen to insights from:1. Katy Aylward, Director, Partners Program | GRESB2. Antonio Marotta, Regional Director | Catalyst3. Juan Palacios, Assistant Professor | Maastricht University and Visiting Assistant Professor | MIT Center for Real EstateFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/green-financing-at-the-crossroads-from-asset-level-data-to-market-transformation-the-pulse-by-gresb/The Pulse by GRESB is an insightful content series featuring the GRESB team, partners, GRESB Foundation members, and other experts. Each episode focuses on an important topic related to either GRESB, ESG issues within real assets industry, decarbonization efforts, or the wider market.The Pulse by GRESB follows topics related to the GRESB editorial calendar and will tie into broader industry conversations and moments.

In this episode of Pulse on Impact, our speakers talk about what’s new in the updated EBA Pillar 3 sustainability disclosures. They cover the expanded scope of institutions and proportionate timelines to 2029, the hazard-based physical-risk template with NUTS granularity, the temporary suspension of GAR/BTAR as templates align with the EU Taxonomy, and how PCAF-aligned proxies plus asset- and entity-level data can deliver more consistent, decision-useful reporting.Listen to insights from:1. Alex Clark, Research Director | Asset Impact2. Inna Amesheva, Head of Regulatory Solutions | ESG BookFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/from-scope-to-templates-the-2025-eba-pillar-3-consultation-pulse-on-impact-a-series-by-gresb/Follow along on the Asset Impact website: https://www.asset-impact.com/news-and-impact/from-scope-to-templates-the-2025-eba-pillar-3-consultation-pulse-on-impact-a-series-by-gresb

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, our speakers talk about the importance of sustainability assurance. They discuss what assurance means in the context of sustainability reporting, how it supports data credibility and risk management, and its role within the GRESB Assessments. The conversation covers common challenges and what distinguishes high-quality assurance work. Listen to insights from:1. Chris Pyke, Chief Innovation Officer | GRESB2. Steve Wilkerson, Senior Manager | Forvis MazarsFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/making-assurance-work-for-real-assets-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Our latest podcast episode features a deep dive into the evolving world of energy procurement in real estate. The discussion covers: How deregulation has created new opportunities for owners, investors, and operators, why volatility since 2020 has reshaped procurement strategies, the importance of regional market insights for smarter decision-making, best practices like centralized procurement and dollar-cost averaging, and the rising energy demand from data centers and its impact on grid capacity and pricing. Tune in to learn how real estate stakeholders can better manage risk, control costs, and build resilience in today’s energy landscape. Hear insights from:Reid Morgan, Director, Member relations, Americas | GRESBNathan Rice, President of Energy Strategy | Energy CXEd Conlisk, Head of Market Intelligence | Energy CXFollow along with the transcript on our website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/rethinking-energy-procurement-from-compliance-to-competitive-advantage-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, Antonina Ivanova, Associate on the Infrastructure team at GRESB, speaks with CMS experts Rebecca Roffe and Laura Gunn to unpack the fast-growing field of biodiversity regulation and what it means for infrastructure. The conversation explores regulatory drivers in the UK, EU, and beyond, the practical challenges and opportunities for investors and asset managers, and how early integration of biodiversity considerations can support compliance, resilience, and long-term value creation. Tune in to learn how infrastructure players can stay ahead as biodiversity becomes a central factor in sustainable investment.Listen to insights from:1. Antonina Ivanova, Associate, Infrastructure | GRESB2. Rebecca Roffe, Planning and Environment | CMS3. Laura Gunn, Associate (Environment) | CMSFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/new-rules-and-biodiversity-diving-into-the-changing-landscape-for-infrastructure-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Our speakers sit down to discuss the GRESB Foundation’s newly published Principles for Governing the Standards Development Process. Together they explore how the principles strengthen collaboration between investors and managers, improve transparency and predictability in scoring, reduce reporting burdens through alignment with global frameworks, and create pathways for innovation. Tune in to learn how these principles are designed to raise the bar for performance while providing stability and clarity for the real assets industry. You can find more information about the Principles for Governing the Standards Development Process here: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/insights/principles-for-governing-standards-development/Listen to insights from:1. Sarah Welton, Director, GRESB Foundation2. Katie Jowett, Head of Sustainability for LaSalle Global Solutions | LaSalle Investment Management 3. Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer | City Developments LimitedFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/driving-value-through-the-stable-evolution-of-the-standards-gresb-foundation-principles-explained-the-pulse-by-gresb/

We return with part two of our deep dive into the development of the ASHRAE Standard 100 and its growing relevance for performance benchmarking. This continuation features insights from Jamie Kono (PNNL) and Glenn Friedman (Taylor Engineering) as they explore the technical evolution of efficiency and emissions targets, stakeholder engagement in standards development, and how ASHRAE’s work aligns with GRESB’s performance assessments. Tune in for a closer look at how energy standards are shaping the path to low-carbon, high-efficiency buildings. Featuring:Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director, Real Asset Analytics | GRESBGlenn Friedman, Principal |Taylor EngineersJamie Kono, Research Engineer | Pacific Northwest National LaboratoryFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/ashrae-standard-100-in-focus-part-2-steering-the-standard-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode, we kick off a two-part series exploring the role of energy efficiency in the GRESB Standards, with a focus on the ASHRAE Standard 100. Host Parag Cameron-Rastogi is joined by Jamie Kono from the Pacific Northwest National Lab and Glenn Friedman of Taylor Engineering—both members of the ASHRAE Standard 100 committee. Together, they unpack how this building performance standard was developed, what it means for energy efficiency in existing buildings, and how it’s being integrated into the GRESB framework. Listen to the episode featuring:Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director, Real Asset Analytics | GRESBGlenn Friedman, Principal | Taylor EngineersJamie Kono, Research Engineer | Pacific Northwest National LaboratoryFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/ashrae-standard-100-in-focus-part-1-the-story-behind-the-standard-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Tune into the latest episode of The Pulse, where speakers explore how General Atlantic approaches sustainability and resiliency across both the firm and its BeyondNetZero Fund. The discussion also touches on how GRESB fits into General Atlantic’s broader investment strategy and fund structure, offering insights into how leading investors are integrating sustainability considerations at scale. Featuring:Tyler Guthrie, Director of Marketing and Communications | GRESBRhea Hamilton, Managing Director | General Atlantic. Follow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/backing-the-benchmark-general-atlantic-on-gresb-and-beyond-net-zero-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Listen to the latest episode of The Pulse, recorded during the recent GRESB Foundation meetings in London.
Over several days of in-depth discussions, Foundation board members and Real Estate & Infrastructure Standards Committees explored strategic changes, industry challenges, and emerging opportunities. Topics ranged from reporting burden and performance metrics to embodied carbon and evolving industry expectations. Listen to the episode with insights from: Sarah Welton, Director of the GRESB FoundationTyler Guthrie, Director, Marketing and Communications, GRESBMaddie Broad, Senior Investment Manager at TCorpNathaniel Hay, ESG Manager at AberdeenManuel Rodriguez Arregui, CEO of AINDAFollow along on the GRESB website: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/mind-the-gap-bridging-reporting-and-real-performance-gresb-foundation-london-2025-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, our speakers walk listeners through key updates to the 2025 GRESB Infrastructure Assessments. Participants navigating the 2025 reporting season will benefit from insights into important changes, including the introduction of data coverage metrics, enhanced net zero target requirements, a streamlined assessment with reduced reporting burden, and updates to how these changes will impact scoring. Listen to the episode below featuring:1. Giulio Comellini (host) Director, Product, Infrastructure | GRESB2. Joss Blamire, Director, Infrastructure Standards | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/inside-gresb-for-infrastructure-understanding-scoring-in-2025-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse, we dive into the evolving landscape of building certifications. Our speakers unpack why these certifications matter, how the GRESB Foundation is updating recognition criteria to reflect industry advancements, and what this means for both certification bodies and GRESB participants. Tune in for insights on the future shift toward performance-based scoring. Listen to the full episode below, featuring expert insights from:1. Charles van Thiel (host) Director, Real Estate Standard | GRESB2. Karl Desai, Senior Associate | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript at: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/raising-the-bar-key-updates-to-the-gresb-building-certification-evaluation-process-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the newest episode of The Pulse, we bring you a conversation on energy efficiency. Our speakers break down the latest updates to the GRESB Standards and discuss key themes including what is an energy efficient asset and how the GRESB framework now recognizes both high-performance assets and those on the path to improvement. Listen to the full episode below, featuring expert insights from:1. Charles van Thiel (host) Director, Real Estate Standard | GRESB2. Ben Thomas, RESC member | GRESB Foundation3. Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director, Real Asset Analytics | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/gresbs-energy-efficiency-playbook-key-updates-for-2025-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we explore the opportunities and incentives driving the adoption of on-site renewables in commercial real estate. Our speakers break down the financial and operational challenges of implementing solar, batteries, and EV charging across large property portfolios. We discuss Lumen Energy’s perspective on key market trends, the role of AI and policy in shaping renewable investments, and innovative solutions—like green lease amendments—that help landlords and tenants align on clean energy goals. Tune in to this insightful discussion featuring:1. Reid Morgan (host) Manager, Member Relations, Americas | GRESB2. Peter Light, Chief Executive Officer | Lumen EnergyFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-case-for-clean-energy-incentives-opportunities-for-on-site-renewables-the-pulse-by-gresb/

The Pulse by GRESBIn this episode, we take a look at the brand new ESPM to GRESB toolkit—an innovative solution designed to simplify data integration. Our speakers walk us through how the toolkit streamlines the often complex process of translating data from the Energy Star Portfolio Manager system (ESPM) to GRESB. We explore the key differences between the two platforms, the common pain points in sustainability reporting, and how this new tool makes the process faster, more accurate, and more cost-effective. Tune in to this episode featuring:1. Chris Pyke (host), Chief Innovation Officer | GRESB2. Rimas Gulbinas, Chief Executive Officer | AbiskoFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/transforming-sustainability-reporting-a-look-at-the-espm-to-gresb-toolkit-the-pulse-by-gresb/

The Pulse by GRESBIn this episode, we conclude our mini-series celebrating GRESB’s 15-year anniversary. Our guest explores the evolution of GRESB’s Real Estate Standards Committee and evolving industry practices. The conversation delves into the shift from policy-based assessments to performance-driven standards, the integration of sustainability into investment strategies, and the growing connection between the built environment and public health. Tune in to this episode featuring:1. Roxana Isaiu (host), Chief Product Officer | GRESB2. Andrea Palmer, Responsible Investment Lead at PGGM, RESC MemberFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-road-travelled-building-gresbs-real-estate-standards-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Learn how tenant satisfaction surveys can improve retention, enhance property performance, and even impact your GRESB Score. Tune in for expert insights from Kingsley Surveys on leveraging data to drive real estate success. Listen to the latest episode featuring: 1. Reid Morgan (host), Manager, Member Relations, Americas | GRESB 2. Jen Tindle, VP Strategic Insights | Grace Hill Follow along with the episode transcript at: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/from-tenant-surveys-to-success-data-driven-decisions-in-commercial-real-estate-the-pulse-by-gresb/

Sustainability has always been about more than just reporting. In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, our speakers dive into the important theory of change behind sustainability reporting. Tune in as they discuss key topics including the industry’s outlook for 2025 and the years to come. Listen to the episode featuring:1. Tyler Guthrie (host), Director, Marketing and Communications | GRESB2. Chris Pyke, Chief Innovation Officer | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript athttps://www.gresb.com/nl-en/has-esg-become-too-big-for-sustainability-reporting-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, find part two of our two-part series on the GRESB Standards for 2025 and beyond. This part dives into key information regarding score impacts for infrastructure participants as well as how the standards are evolving beyond 2025. Listen to the episode featuring:1. Sarah Welton (host), Director, GRESB Foundation | GRESB2. Charles van Thiel, Director, Real Estate Standards | GRESB3. Joss Blamire, Director, Infrastructure Standards | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-gresb-standards-part-two-how-they-evolve-and-whats-in-store-for-2025-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, find Part one of our insightful two-part series on the evolving GRESB Standards for 2025 and beyond. Our speakers provide critical insights to help you prepare for the upcoming reporting year. Discover the key updates shaping the future of Real Estate and Infrastructure Standards. Watch the episode featuring:1. Sarah Welton (host), Director, GRESB Foundation | GRESB2. Charles van Thiel, Director, Real Estate Standards | GRESB3. Joss Blamire, Director, Infrastructure Standards | GRESBFollow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-gresb-standards-part-one-how-they-evolve-and-whats-in-store-for-2025-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, our speakers discuss the GRESB Results Consultation, emphasizing the transformative insights gained from understanding the GRESB scoring process and how it drives sustainability efforts. Watch the episode below, featuring: 1. Mathilde Petriat (host), Chief Customer Success Officer | GRESB 2. Nisha Agrawal, Director of Sustainability | QuadReal Property Group Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/gresb-results-consultation-turning-data-into-esg-excellence-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we're kicking off a special mini-series to celebrate 15 years of GRESB. Join our speakers as they dive deep into the journey of sustainable investing, the research that built the foundation of GRESB, and expectations for the coming 15 years. Watch the episode below, featuring: 1. Roxana Isaiu (host), Chief Product Officer | GRESB 2. Nils Kok, Professor of Real Estate Finance | Maastricht University, Co-founder and former CEO | GRESB Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/starting-...

In the latest episode of The Pulse, we bring you a conversation about the important impact of sustainable improvements in real estate investments. Join our experts as they discuss distinct investment strategies, the benefits of brown-to-green investments for achieving long-term decarbonization goals, and the role of regulatory policies in shaping sustainable investment strategies. Watch the episode below, featuring: 1. Tyler Guthrie (host), Director, Marketing and Communications 2. Parag Cameron-Rastogi, Director, Real Asset Analytics 3. Chris Pyke, Chief Innovation Officer Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/brown-to-green-measuring-the-impact-of-sustainable-improvements-in-real-estate-investments-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the latest episode of The Pulse, we're diving deep into the Assessment Correction service, available during the first two weeks of September. Tune in to learn about best practices for making corrections to your submitted GRESB assessment. This episode features: 1. Tyler Guthrie (host), Director, Marketing and Communications 2. Kevin Kirby, Director, Member Success Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/correct-and-conquer-updates-to-the-gresb-assessment-correction-service-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we’re bringing you a conversation about the GRESB Accredited Professional program, launched in 2024. Tune in to hear about the experiences of GRESB Accredited Professionals as they discuss the value the AP credential can add to your projects and organization, the importance of accreditation for advancing ESG objectives in the real estate industry, its rising relevance in the APAC region, and more. This episode features: 1. Reid Morgan (host), Manager, Member Relations, Americas | GRESB 2. Theo Bibby, Senior Consultant | E.S.S. Solutions 3. Liang Liao, ESG Sustainability Director | Galaxy Academy 4. Kelly Hagarty, ESG Director | Stok Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-accreditation-edge-gresb-ap-explained-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we’re bringing you a conversation about the new Customized Peer Groups functionality available to GRESB real estate participants on the GRESB portal. Join our speakers as they discuss how user feedback shaped this feature to enhance participants' insights and the potential role that the functionality might play in GRESB benchmark reports in the future. This episode features: Tyler Guthrie, Director, Marketing and Communications Christina Djambazca, Project Manager, REAL Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/to-peer-or-not-to-peer-that-is-your-question-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the newest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we're bringing you a conversation on the growing importance of understanding and measuring embodied carbon for the real estate industry. Tune in to hear about key topics including what the industry is currently doing to measure embodied carbon in buildings and an insightful conversation about the road ahead. This episode features: 1. Erik Landry (host), Director, Climate Change 2. Victor Fonseca, Senior Associate, Real Estate Follow along with the episode transcript at https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/hidden-in-plain-sight-understanding-embodied-carbon-for-real-estate-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we bring you a conversation on how GRESB’s tech team is enhancing backend technologies to ensure a secure and smooth user experience. Listen to our experts discuss key topics, including data protection measures and insights into future tech developments aimed at further optimizing the experience for GRESB users. 1. Mathilde Petriat | Chief Customer Success Officer | GRESB 2. Miguel Ferreira | Head of Engineering | GRESB Follow along on the GRESB website via the following link: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/under-the-hood-recent-improvements-to-the-gresb-user-experience-the-pulse-by-gresb/

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we bring you an in-depth conversation about the GRESB Estimation Model (GEM) used for REAL Solutions. Our experts chat about the specifics behind the GEM methodology and explore how it aligns with global standards such as the PCAF scoring model. Watch the episode featuring: 1. Parag Rastogi (host) | Director, Real Asset Analytics | GRESB 2. Emma Storm | Principal Data Scientist | GRESB Follow along on the GRESB website via the following link: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/diving-into-gem-the-methodology-behind-real/

In this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we bring you an in-depth conversation on the latest analysis by Asset Impact into the EU power sector. This discussion kicks off by looking at a landmark report released by the European Central Bank, which identified the power sector as a key driver of misalignment between banks' financing and EU climate goals.  Our expert guests this week are: 1. Noemie Klein, Chief Impact Officer at GRESB 2. Alex Clark, Research Director at Asset Impact   Follow along on the GRESB website via the following link: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/power-play-europes-energy-transition-and-ownership-structures-the-pulse-by-gresb/

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we are bringing you a conversation about building certifications at GRESB. In the context of the ongoing public consultation on building certifications at GRESB, our experts chat about why building certifications play an important role in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment and why they have been deemed a priority. Watch the episode below, featuring: 1. Charles van Thiel (host) | Director, Real Estate | GRESB 2. Alodie McLaren | Senior Associate, Real Estate | GRESB Follow along on the GRESB website via the following link: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/raising-the-standards-building-certifications-and-the-gresb-real-estate-standards-the-pulse-by-gresb/

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we are bringing you a conversation recorded at the Infrastructure Investor Network’s Global Summit, which took place in March in Berlin, Germany. Discussions centered around ESG data and the evolving focus on sustainability in the infrastructure sector. Attendees emphasized the maturity and progress in ESG reporting, the challenges of data collection, the need for standardized carbon accounting, and the importance of tailored sustainability approaches to meet both financial and societal goals. This episode features: Tyler Guthrie (host) | Director, Marketing and Communications | GRESB Cathy Granneman | Manager, Member Relations, Infrastructure | GRESB Joss Blamire | Director, Infrastructure | GRESB Sabine Chalopin | Head of Sustainability | Denham Sustainable Infrastructure Jon Collinge | Executive Director, Sustainable Investment | Morrison Ruairi Revell | Head of Sustainability — Core Infrastructure | abrdn Follow along on the GRESB website.

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we are bringing you a conversation about REAL Benchmarks, GRESB’s new private dashboard for real estate managers and companies to delve into the energy and GHG emissions data of all assets within their portfolio, allowing for detailed analysis of how each asset contributes to the portfolio’s overall performance. This episode features: 1. Parag Cameron-Rastogi (host), Director, Real Asset Analytics 2. Christina Djambazca, Product Manager, REAL ⁠Follow along with the episode transcript here⁠.

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we are bringing you a conversation about GRESB’s new Development Asset Assessment. The Assessment aims to address the specific needs of infrastructure assets in the pre-operational phase, considering the growing demand for sustainable infrastructure globally. Featuring dynamic materiality, the Assessment adapts to the unique challenges of both the pre-construction and construction phases. It provides fund managers and investors with a comprehensive tool to track progress, ensuring alignment with ESG strategies and offering new opportunities for monitoring and improving sustainability practices. This episode features: 1. Cathy Granneman (host), Manager, Member Relations, Infrastructure 2. Joss Blamire, Director of Infrastructure Follow along with the episode transcript here.

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we are bringing you a conversation about preparing for the GRESB Assessments in 2024. Our experts this week discuss the current state of sustainability reporting in the real estate industry, especially regarding changes in reporting requirements, challenges faced by GRESB Participants, and how GRESB participation can help prepare organizations with upcoming regulatory requirements related to sustainability and climate disclosures. Watch the episode below, featuring: 1. Tom Idzal (host), Head of Americas 2. Paul Vozzella, Sales Director, North America 3. Robert Slowko, Sales Director, Americas Follow along with the episode transcript at ⁠https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/road-to-24-whats-left-to-prepare-for-gresb-participation-the-pulse-by-gresb/⁠

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we're bringing you a conversation on the topic of the rising importance of performance within the GRESB Assessments. Our experts chat about how the GRESB Benchmark is evolving, why performance is a critical tenet of this evolution, the direction of travel of the GRESB Standards, and much more. This episode features: 1. Chris Pyke (host), Chief Innovation Officer 2. Roxana Isaiu, Chief Product Officer Follow along with the episode transcript at: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/evolution-towards-performance-the-pulse-by-gresb/

For this episode of The Pulse by GRESB, we're bringing you a conversation about what’s new in residential real estate, the positioning of the industry within the GRESB Benchmark, changes coming around the corner, and much more. This episode features: 1. Tyler Guthrie (host), Director of Communications 2. Charles van Thiel, Director of Real Estate Follow along with the episode transcript at: https://www.gresb.com/nl-en/the-pulse-by-gresb-whats-up-with-residential-real-estate/