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Why 2027 is closer than you think: The urgent case for EPC action in real estate
The UK commercial real estate sector is standing at the edge of a regulatory transformation. By 2027, commercial buildings must achieve a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C to be legally lettable. By 2030, that standard tightens further to EPC B. These regulations are not just administrative milestones, they mark a seismic shift in how buildings are valued, operated, and invested in.Read the article
From inertia to action: The psychology behind EPC inaction
The UK commercial real estate market is under increasing pressure to decarbonise. With Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) regulations tightening, mandating EPC C ratings by 2027 and EPC B by 2030, building owners face the dual challenge of upgrading ageing stock and aligning with net-zero targets.Read the article
Beyond the building: Why decarbonisation demands a portfolio-first strategy
In the fast-evolving landscape of sustainable real estate, decarbonisation has emerged as both a challenge and an opportunity. While many commercial landlords have begun implementing energy efficiency measures at the asset level, upgrading lighting, heating systems, or insulation, this approach often falls short of meeting the scale and complexity of net-zero real estate strategies.Read the article