In Q2 2024, surveys from the RICS Global Commercial Property Monitor and Global Construction Monitor gathered over 4,000 responses from professionals worldwide, focusing on sustainability in the built environment.

Key findings include rising demand for green real estate, with green buildings seeing rent and price premiums. However, climate resilience remains a moderate priority for occupiers and investors.

Challenges include limited progress in measuring carbon emissions, insufficient biodiversity assessments, and high initial costs of sustainable construction methods.

Overcoming skill shortages and enhancing education are crucial. Policymakers must establish clear sector-specific targets and encourage carbon assessments to drive sustainable practices and resilience.