Many companies insist on sustainability and certified buildings. ESG standards have become a very important topic in recent years, especially visible through the increased certification of commercial buildings that lead in green initiatives. Our market is still young, with investors mostly international companies that have a developed awareness of ESG standards and their implementation, writes Biznis.rs.
Certified buildings are only one step in companies’ transition to align with ESG standards. In addition to investors, tenants increasingly demand ESG-compliant commercial spaces. International companies that adopt ESG standards in their business models require their offices to have features such as green energy procurement, certification, CO2 monitoring in office spaces, energy efficiency, and access to electric chargers for employees’ vehicles. Besides tenants and investors, the financial sector, specifically banks, has responded to market ESG demands with products like green financing. Overall, all market participants (investors, tenants, and banks) are implementing ESG standards and enabling clients to meet these requirements.