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ARTICLE · 19 MARCH 2020

ESG And The Construction Industry

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The continuing rise of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues up public and corporate agendas now makes them a key driver in investment decisions

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The continuing rise of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues up public and corporate agendas now makes them a key driver in investment decisions. Aside from making decisions that are socially responsible or morally right, the growing trend of ESG integration amongst companies and investors makes the need to address sustainability and societal issues within the construction industry increasingly important. 

According to the Governance and Accountability Institute, more than 80% of the companies in the Standard & Poor's 500 now publicly report their performance on ESG standards. Investors are increasingly eager to invest in companies and products that integrate ESG factors, and their investment in real estate and infrastructure is no different. Individuals now regard the ESG credentials of companies as a critical factor in deciding whom they work for. Environmental performance can help real estate companies attract lucrative tenants who are increasingly

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