There is a far, far better world. But it has to be seen to be believed. Join us on a pioneering journey with Jonathan Smales, founder and CEO of Human Nature, as he unveils his transformative vision for eco-conscious communities. Explore the philosophy behind Human Nature's mission to revolutionise urban landscapes through groundbreaking partnerships, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable development. Human Nature and its partners are at the forefront of urban sustainability, actively crafting, designing, prototyping, building, and learning from projects across urban blocks, mixed-use buil ..read more

Tune in for an enlightening conversation with Professor Dr. Sven Bienert, a leading authority on climate change solutions in real estate from the University of Regensburg. This episode dives into Dr. Bienert's pioneering work, including the development of the Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM), which equips the industry with essential tools for managing climate risks. Discover the critical role of standardised climate risk assessments and how the CRREM initiative is helping to set global benchmarks for decarbonising properties. Learn about the innovative strategies and practical applicati ..read more

Tune into the ESG and Property Podcast for an enlightening conversation with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School. Delve into how the intersection of purpose and profit can redefine corporate strategies, with Alex illustrating the pivotal role of human capital and customer trust in modern business environments. Learn how a focus on long-term value, integrated with ESG principles, can lead companies to thrive sustainably. Alex challenges the traditional views of ESG, urging businesses to embed these practices deeply rather than viewing them as mere checkboxes. The discuss ..read more

Season 2 Episode 9 - Tyler Goodwin. CEO and founder, Seaforth Land Join us on the ESG in Property Podcast for a fascinating new episode featuring Tyler Goodwin, CEO and founder of Seaforth Land. This episode explores Tyler's comprehensive experience in the real estate sector, tracing his journey from a London construction site to global development ventures in Hong Kong, Vancouver and London. (14:56) Trends in Experiential Real Estate Renovation We deep dive into experiential real estate through projects such as, 8 Bleeding Heart Yard, Julius Baer's new Farringdon headquarters. We discuss the ..read more

Season 2, Episode 8 – Professor Dr. Sven Bienert Join us on the ESG in Property Podcast for a fascinating new episode featuring Professor Dr. Sven Bienert, a world-renowned expert on climate change solutions within the real estate sector, from the University of Regensburg. In this episode, we deep dive into Dr. Bienert's work and its impact on the industry. From academic insights to practical tools, like the Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM) initiative. Sven provides different strategies to manage climate risks and push for sustainability in real estate: Chapter 1: Climate Risk Analysis ..read more

Join us for a new episode of ESG in Property Podcast with Mark Stubbs, a seasoned partner at Browne Jacobson Law Firm, as we unlock key contractual, reputational and financial risks of ESG for real estate companies. Mark draws on his experience in construction and engineering law to offer advice on sustainability and digitalisation in real estate, and we discuss social mobility in legal careers, highlighting Browne Jacobson's commitment to equality. We examine the UK's Environment Act 2021, which requires biodiversity net gain for developments, providing strategies for landowners and developer ..read more

Season 2, Episode 6 – with Ben Stansfield, Lawyer Gowling WLG Join us in a thought-provoking episode of the ESG and Property Podcast, where we dive deep into the transformative world of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) policy and its impact on real estate development. In this episode, sustainability lawyer Ben Stansfield from Gowlings shares his wealth of experience in environmental law and sustainability, and how these fields are becoming integral to shaping the future of property development. Discover how the emerging BNG policy is setting a new standard for urban planning, mental health, and t ..read more

Season 2, Episode 5 – with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance, London Business School: Join us on the ESG and Property Podcast as we engage with the brilliant Professor Alex Edmans to unravel the synergy between purpose and profit in the corporate world. With a remarkable educational background blending the arts and sciences, Alex brings a fresh perspective to the finance and ESG conversation. He shares his transition from investment banking to academia, spotlighting the undervalued power of intangible assets like human capital and customer trust. His insights reveal how companies can thrive b ..read more

Season 2, Episode 5 – with Johan du Plessis, founder and CEO tepeo: Listen in as we reconnect with Johan du Plessis, founder and CEO of tepeo, a true pioneer reshaping the landscape of home heating with zero emission boilers (ZEB). In this conversation, Johan shares his remarkable journey from oil and gas to the forefront of renewable energy, bringing to life a revolutionary high-density thermal storage device. We explore the evolution of this eco-friendly technology from its certification milestones to its expanding market presence. Discover the exciting strides made in product development ..read more

Episode 11 - "The Hidden Benefits of Clean Air: Why Air Quality is Now Vital for Long Term Asset Performance" with Francesca Brady & Niall Ingham from AirRated.    Francesca is the Chief Executive Officer and Niall is the Head of London of AirRated - which is the UK's leading air testing and certification company for indoor air quality.  We cover a lot of ground in the wide reaching conversation, starting with Francesca providing an in depth overview of the science behind air quality; and how building environments directly influence human physical health, human producti ..read more