Following MIPIM 2024, Head of ESG and host, Snigdha Jain welcomes Planner, Ffion Middleton to share her unique experience as a MIPIM Challenger. Together, Snighda and Ffion unpack the major ESG themes that captivated discussions at this year’s premier global real estate event in Cannes, identify the issues that demand greater focus and provide an inside view of how Turley is approaching these areas for clients and internal governance. Alongside the exploration of the ‘ESG elephants in the room’, Ffion reflects upon her journey to becoming a MIPIM Challenger and offers the key takeaways followi ..read more

For our first episode of season two, Head of ESG and host, Snigdha Jain is joined by guest, Donna Rourke, Head of ESG and Sustainability at BNP Paribas Real Estate. Together, they explore the collaborative strategies shaping the future of ESG in real estate, driving innovative paths forward in the sector. Snigdha and Donna shine a spotlight on the industry's ongoing endeavours to address both current and emerging initiatives aimed at minimising impact on people, place and the planet. Donna provides her perspective and expertise from BNP Paribas Real Estate, part of the BNP Paribas Group, who h ..read more

In this one-off episode, recorded to coincide with the launch of UKGBC’s new guidance on renewable energy procurement, Head of ESG, Snigdha Jain is joined by Tom Wigg, Senior Advisor for Net Zero Carbon Buildings at UKGBC. Snigdha and Tom delve into the updated guidance, discuss the pivotal role of procurement in delivering net zero, explore the three principles of the guidance and analyse how it will impact the built environment sector. Decarbonising the electricity system is a top priority for achieving Net Zero and we’re proud to have played a role in shaping this guidance. Head of Sustaina ..read more

Conversations with Priya Aggarwal-Shah, Founder and Director of BAME in Property. In this episode ESG Director, Snigdha Jain speaks to Founder and Director of BAME in Property, Priya Aggarwal-Shah on the motive for action, the changes that need to be implemented within the property industry and the steps to be taken to achieve the high levels of equity, diversity and inclusion throughout the structure of a business.     ..read more

Conversation with Helen Goulden OBE, CEO (The Young Foundation) Senior Sustainability Consultant, Debbie Harvey speaks to Helen Goulden OBE, CEO of the Young Foundation about tackling accountability on social value. Debbie and Helen discuss key findings from the Young Foundation’s report “Quest for the “S” in ESG” which looks at how FTSE 100 companies are performing on the promises they set out to their communities. The report proposes a pioneering approach to adapt the well-established GHG emissions footprinting approach to the social sphere ..read more

Conversations with Group Sustainability Director, Andrew Swain and Asset Manager, Vicky Aspinall at IM Properties. In this episode ESG Director, Snigdha Jain speaks with Group Sustainability Director, Andrew Swain and Asset Manager, Vicky Aspinall at IM Properties. With ESG expectations becoming business as usual, how is this affecting the evolution of corporate strategies within the real estate industry and how do these translate to the day-to-day operation and management of a real estate asset? We explore IM Properties’ approach and what action they have taken to achieve success ..read more

Conversations with Senior Director, Chrysta Poppitt and Director, Alison Browne In this episode, ESG Director Snigdha Jain speaks to Senior Director, Chrysta Poppitt and Director, Alison Browne. With the release of our annual ESG report for 2021/22, we discuss our co-ownership principles, how they form our approach to ESG and how we are further driving forward our corporate transformation.  ..read more

Conversations with Mark Tyson, Head of Property Operations at Legal & General Investment Management In this episode, Snigdha Jain speaks to Mark Tyson, Head of Property Operations at Legal & General Investment Management. Alongside discussions on how to deliver net zero, including the importance of strong relationships, controlling the supply chain and using real time data, Snigdha and Mark explore the crucial role businesses can play in building a fairer, healthier society ..read more

Conversations with Prof. Dr. Sven Bienert, Head of Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM) In this episode, Snigdha Jain speaks with Prof. Dr. Sven Bienert, Head of CRREM and Chair of the Universitat Regensburg. CRREM is a global transition risk tool available to the property industry, including investors and asset managers. It is an European Horizon 2020 Research Innovation Project and has achieved record breaking downloads ..read more

In this episode, Senior Sustainability Consultant, Debbie Harvey is joined by colleagues and wellbeing experts, Assistant Sustainability Consultants Fin Maguire and Lizzie Bolton to discuss the rising trend and heightened interest accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic around health in real estate ..read more