Venue
Ham Yard Hotel
Ham Yard Hotel, 1 Ham Yard, London W1D 7DT, UK

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Event Date Tue Nov 5 GMT (6 months ago)
In your timezone (EDT): Mon Nov 4 7:00pm - Mon Nov 4 7:00pm
Location Ham Yard Hotel
1 Ham Yard, London W1D 7DT, UK
Region EMEA
Details

From climate change to inequality, the challenges facing commercial real estate are paramount. The built environment is at a crossroads, necessitating prompt and resolute action. There is a global expectation for a fresh perspective in business, driven by consumers who are increasingly advocating for more impactful initiatives. Business leaders must undergo transformation to maintain a competitive edge and real estate is under pressure from its investors, occupiers and government to decarbonise. Join this summit to gain insights, engage in discussions and discover solutions to some of the most significant challenges facing commercial real estate.

Why attend?
• Investing with purpose: Learn how the rise of impact investment funds is driving sustainable development and discover new opportunities for growth and innovation in commercial real estate
• Tackle retrofit challenges: Gain insights into the financial, practical and societal challenges of retrofitting the built environment and explore strategies to accelerate progress towards net zero emissions
• Optimise space usage: Understand how the underutilisation of buildings affects financial and carbon footprints and explore how data can optimise space usage and contribute to decarbonisation efforts​
• Embrace nature-based solutions: Discover the value of incorporating nature-based solutions and biodiversity in development to create resilience against the long-term impacts of climate change​
• Expand your network: Connect with like-minded individuals and grow your contact base

Speakers

2024 Speakers

Jason Dunlop
Partner, Evelyn Partners

John Davies
Head of Sustainability, Derwent London

Basil Demeroutis
Managing Partner, FORE Partnership

Alex Edmans
Professor of Finance, London Business School

Louise Ellison
Sustainability Managing Director, EQT Group

Karli Hiscock
Partner, Bates Wells

Katie Krelle
Head of UK Sustainable Asset Services, JLL

Liz McKillop-Paley
Real Estate Partner, Shoosmiths

Bára Melezinkova
Head of ESG, LondonMetric Plc

Paul Morrish
Chief Executive, Landaid

Chris Oldham
Senior Policy and Programme Manager, Skills Policy Team, City of London Corporation

Mark Robinson
Head of Regeneration, New River

Charles Royle
Portfolio Manager, AEW

Sponsors & Partners

2024 Partners

• Bateswells
• Serwent London
• Evelyn Partners
• JLL
• Shoosmiths