The Green Building Initiative has launched Ascent Building Certification for the UK and EU markets. This science-based system evaluates sustainability and resilience across global commercial property portfolios. Building on the success of Green Globes, it provides a transparent framework. The certification helps investors achieve measurable ESG performance while adapting to local regulations and environmental standards across all building lifecycle phases.
AECOM and CityUHK School of Energy and Environment have signed a strategic MoU to boost Hong Kong’s climate resilience. The partnership links academic research with infrastructure expertise to meet sustainability goals. Planned initiatives include a joint laboratory, shoreline management research, and student internships. This agreement aims to transform scientific innovation into practical environmental solutions for the community.
Measurabl has announced a major leadership transition with the appointment of Maureen Waters as Chief Executive Officer. Waters, who previously served as President, takes over from Co-founder Matt Ellis as the company seeks to accelerate its growth within the real estate data sector. During her time as Chief Growth Officer, Waters oversaw significant operational improvements and the launch of a free sustainability solution used across 47 countries.
S&I Corporation, a PropTech-based real estate management service provider, has announced that it is the first in South Korea's real estate management industry to secure a 3-star rating in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark GRESB 2025 evaluation. The company demonstrated global competitiveness by also achieving the top rank within its peer group. The rating reflects S&I's systematic commitment to ESG management since 2022, which includes publishing a Sustainability Report and operating a Work Health and Safety Committee.
CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust has achieved higher green building ratings for two of its Singapore properties. The Atrium@Orchard is the first operational office-retail asset in Singapore to earn the BCA Green Mark Platinum (Super Low Energy) certification, while Raffles City Singapore has upgraded to Green Mark Platinum. The milestones reflect CICT’s push to enhance energy efficiency, reduce emissions and advance sustainable asset management.
TECOM Group PJSC has announced that 55% of the gross leasable area across its commercial portfolio in Dubai has achieved LEED certification, highlighting the Group’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development under its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. The achievement follows the receipt of 12 new certifications from the US Green Building Council during the first half of 2025.
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