Harrison Street’s Post

🌪️ What a whirlwind week in NYC! My biggest takeaway? The spirit of action from the people I met. The energy was palpable. NYCW had an incredible turnout and gridlock to prove it (more fool me trying to travel 15 blocks up town at midday!). What struck me most though was how much time we spent on practical solutions—there was a real focus on getting things done. Here are a few of my highlights: 🔩 Symbiosis Coalition, along with BASCS and the Forest Investor Club, hosted hands-on sessions to streamline how corporate buyers, project developers, and financiers can work together to accelerate nature-based carbon removal projects. There was a lot of focus on mechanisms for allocating project risk between buyer, developer and financier. 🌍 Bain & Company and GenZero pulled together an impressive group of leaders for breakout sessions on climate action. 🌱 The first ever VCM Day was held by The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) and VCMI, packed with sessions focused on rebuilding trust through quality guardrails and community engagement to create, in the words of Mark Carney, “locally anchored, but globally connected markets”. 🍴 At our event, we gathered leading corporate buyers, developers, and financiers to coordinate capital deployment for carbon removal projects. The urgency was clear: without action in the next 12 months, the necessary removal volume won’t be ready by 2030. Now back home in the mountains, I’m excited to finalise a series of upcoming investments that provide a model for driving capital into nature restoration and directing revenues into global south communities. 🌱 #NYCW #ClimateAction #NatureRestoration #VCM #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability

Justice and equity are at the heart of creating a truly regenerative future—one where communities co-design their built environments to reflect their values, meet their needs, and thrive. At Living Future, we champion equity through our Equity Petal and have deepened this commitment through the growth of programs like Just and our Affordable Housing program. Now, we’re taking it even further with our Equity in the Built Environment (EBE) Initiative, a grant-funded effort running through 2026 to reimagine how equity shapes all of our standards and the building industry at large. Guided by an incredible steering committee of Living Future equity leaders and staff, this initiative is all about listening, learning, and evolving to create lasting impact. From analyzing industry frameworks to engaging diverse voices, we're committed to closing the gaps and advancing equity in sustainable development. 💡 Curious about how we’re driving transformational change? Read the full story and join us on this journey: https://bit.ly/4hU49Ss #equity #livingfuture #justice

While our Trust Your Supplier (TYS) CRO, Chad Hill, is in Pittsburgh this week, we thought we would shine a light on the city’s vibrant commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Pittsburgh is a shining example of sustainability and innovation, and here are some standout highlights: 3R Sustainability: Based in Pittsburgh, 3R Sustainability offers comprehensive ESG consulting services, focusing on climate initiatives, greenhouse gas inventories, and sustainable building practices. As a certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and B Corp, they embody social responsibility and ethical governance. InnovatePGH Partnership: This partnership is transforming Pittsburgh into a global innovation hub by bolstering advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and autonomous systems. Their efforts in technology clusters, workforce development, and high-growth entrepreneurship are driving economic development. Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program: The City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County are leveraging federal grants to combat homelessness and support rapid re-housing projects. These initiatives are pivotal in enhancing community well-being and addressing urgent social issues. Pittsburgh’s proactive approach to ESG is truly inspiring, and we’re eager to explore collaborative opportunities that align with our mission at Trust Your Supplier. If you’re in Pittsburgh and want to connect with Chad to discuss potential collaborations, drop us a message! #ESG #Sustainability #Innovation #TrustYourSupplier #Pittsburgh #3RSustainability #InnovatePGH #CommunityWellbeing #SocialImpact #EconomicDevelopment

The benefits of creating social value extend beyond individuals and places. When people feel safe, supported and connected to the built environment, our broader society benefits. At Urbis, we're advocating for the whole-of-industry to consider the long-term social value that can be created by addressing equity issues upfront and designing for social value creation through the built environment. Learn more about our work with clients and how we are driving improved commercial outcomes through high social value: https://lnkd.in/gJ2C-dbM. #SocialValue #ESG #Sustainability

Scale and workforce talent remain key pillars of success in the latest Savills Resilient Cities Index. But a number of smaller, nimbler cities are gaining ground on the back of strong ESG credentials: https://lnkd.in/eEm7rWVr Paul Tostevin | Charlotte Rushton #SavillsImpacts #ResilientCities #ESG #MarketTrends

🏘️ #CPD RESOURCE: how social landlords should assess and report performance on #ESG. It is becoming increasingly important for social housing providers not only to make a positive societal and environmental impact, but also to be able to demonstrate that impact.  In this CPD article for Inside Housing, Andy Smith, from our secretariat The Good Economy, explains how and why ESG applies to the housing sector, and what providers need to consider as they measure and report their ESG performance. After reading this article, you will be able to: ✅ Explain what ESG means  ✅Detail how the concept of ESG applies to the housing sector generally and to social landlords in particular  ✅Describe why it is helpful for social landlords to measure and report on ESG  ✅Describe some of the barriers and challenges social housing providers can face in measuring and reporting ESG  ✅Detail the current situation with ESG reporting in the sector  ✅Explain what an ESG reporting framework is and how it might help with comparable and consistent ESG reporting across the sector  ✅Describe how, in practical terms, social landlords can prepare to assess and report ESG As a bonus, if you take the quiz at the end, you can earn CPD minutes. Read the article ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eDxuD9Ga #SocialHousing #ESG #ESGReporting

Killam Apartment REIT has been named on Newsweek’s list of Canada’s Most Responsible Companies 2025. This recognition, presented in collaboration with Statista Inc., highlights companies excelling in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The full awards list is now available on Newsweek’s website. “We are incredibly proud to be recognized on Newsweek’s list of Canada’s Most Responsible Companies,” said Philip Fraser, President & CEO of Killam Apartment REIT. “This award acknowledges the commitment of our entire team to sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical leadership. We’re driven to continue positively impacting our communities and the environment.” The ranking evaluates corporate responsibility through environmental metrics like carbon emissions and energy usage, social considerations such as diversity, equity, and workplace safety, and governance standards centred on transparency and ethical practices. Killam remains committed to advancing ESG initiatives, creating sustainable communities, and building a brighter future for all Canadians. https://lnkd.in/ev3ndA_M #KillamLiving #RealEstate #Newsweek #Awards

Did you know family offices are emerging as a powerful force in combating climate change? They're leveraging their wealth and expertise to drive innovation and invest in a sustainable future. In our latest blog post, we explore how family offices are: - Generating positive environmental impact through strategic investments ♻️ - Collaborating with key players to amplify their reach - Shaping market dynamics towards sustainability Ready to learn more? Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/e8CpgzYD #climatechange #sustainability #familyoffices #impactinvesting #ESG What are your thoughts on the role of family offices in sustainability? Share in the comments as we’d love to learn your thoughts.

Our built environment should foster a sense of place, safety, and belonging - creating high social value.     Strong social value not only increases liveability and wellbeing, but it can also have a direct positive influence on long-term commercial viability and ESG targets.   Discover how we are working to shape better outcomes for current and future generations through mindful design and development while also measuring and defining the benefit for developers, landowners and investors, and public benefit for government.     Read ‘Creating Social Value with the Built Form: A Key to Long-Term Commercial Value’ - https://lnkd.in/gA-gvkNp      #SocialValue #ESG #Sustainability 

Dive into the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)  with this insightful article from Multifamily Insiders. Learn why ESG initiatives are crucial for multifamily operators and discover practical ways to excel in sustainability and community impact. #ESG #Sustainability #MultifamilyCommunities https://lnkd.in/daRUsU3a