GRESB’s Post

Charles van Thiel, CAIA, Director of Real Estate Standard at GRESB, recently shared insights with Commercial Property Executive on how the industry is entering a “proof phase”—where performance, not pledges, will shape market expectations. The piece explores how regulation, financing, procurement, and material choices are pushing real estate toward measurable outcomes in 2026. It highlights what this means for owners, investors, and lenders—from managing carbon and capital costs to demonstrating verifiable building performance. 🔗 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dqWE4dpY #Sustainability #RealEstate #EmbodiedCarbon #PerformanceInsights #RealAssets