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We are pleased to announce that the GRESB Portal is now open for participation in the 2026 GRESB Assessments. This year introduces several enhancements designed to improve usability, strengthen data quality, and support a smooth assessment response—including the new Live Asset Analytics experience and the launch of the NZIF Alignment Tool, updates to the Assessment and Asset Portals, and expanded support resources. To help ensure a smooth reporting cycle, we encourage participants to review GRESB Guides, which bring together all core assessment guidance, technical resources, and updates in one place. 🔗 Log in to the Portal and get started: https://lnkd.in/gbUYu_B 🔗 See what's new in the GRESB Guides: •  Real estate: https://lnkd.in/e9_zpHfg •  Infrastructure: https://lnkd.in/eWZPVGKM #GRESB #RealEstate #Infrastructure #Sustainability #RealAssets

⏳ Happening this week: GRESB Q&A Assessments webinars on April 1 & 2 With the GRESB Portal opening tomorrow (April 1), these Assessment Q&A webinars are a timely opportunity to get your most pressing questions answered and start your submission response with clarity. Whether you’re navigating this year’s updates or looking to validate your approach, these sessions will walk you through key changes, clarify expectations, and help you prepare with confidence from day one. Before attending, we recommend reviewing GRESB Guides to familiarize yourself with the latest guidance and indicator updates: https://lnkd.in/eegVZPby 📅 Real Estate Assessment Q&A (tomorrow) April 1, 2026 • Asia-Pacific: 12:00 PM SGT | 3:00 PM AEST • EMEA & Americas: 8:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM CEST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eEv5CW7V 📅 Infrastructure Assessment Q&A (Wednesday) April 2, 2026 • Asia-Pacific: 12:00 PM SGT | 3:00 PM AEST • EMEA & Americas: 8:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM CEST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eRv-Muvn Can’t attend live? Register and we’ll send you the recording. #GRESB #RealEstate #Infrastructure #RealAssets #Sustainability

📢 This month’s GRESB Insights feature industry perspectives from our partners and members on "Data Quality Matters" and other ongoing topics relevant to real assets. Data quality in the era of SFDR 2.0 and GRESB | PwC Luxembourg https://lnkd.in/eeJBJyRg ESG in real estate: how data coverage drives performance and credibility | CTE - Centro de Tecnologia de Edificações https://lnkd.in/evVTMgaW The new cost of doing business | First Street https://lnkd.in/eKHpgX9q From acquisition to exit: GRESB as a lever for driving sustainability performance across the investment lifecycle | Rider Levett Bucknall RLB https://lnkd.in/eJWgnvzS Data is easy to collect. Trust is not. | uHoo https://lnkd.in/etJwWEpF The financial cost of low-quality water data, and how smart water management transforms portfolio performance | HydroPoint Data Systems https://lnkd.in/e3M7GvFy Building a scalable GRESB reporting engine: systems, tools, and governance | Earthood https://lnkd.in/er2F8cXc 📅 Next month’s topic: Data Centers 📩 Interested in contributing to GRESB Insights? The 2026 GRESB Editorial Calendar outlines upcoming themes and submission guidelines for partners and members interested in sharing their expertise: https://lnkd.in/eTWqSfwS #GRESBInsights #DataQuality #RealAssets #Sustainability

Building a Scalable GRESB Reporting Engine: Systems, Tools, and Governance In a new GRESB Insights article, Earthood explores why scaling sustainability reporting across real estate portfolios is less about effort—and more about systems, governance, and design. As portfolios grow, so does complexity: • Fragmented data across assets, tenants, and systems • Manual processes that increase risk and delay • Unclear ownership and inconsistent methodologies The article examines where reporting breaks down—and what leading managers are doing differently to build repeatable, scalable reporting engines. Because ultimately, the differentiator is no longer how hard you work—it’s how well your system is designed. 🔗 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eYm9nspR #GRESBInsights #RealEstate #DataManagement #Sustainability #RealAssets

In the latest episode of The Pulse by GRESB, GRESB’s David Tassadogh, Manager, Data Quality and Validation, speaks with Elliott Barnes, Managing Consultant at EVORA Global, about the growing importance of data quality in GRESB Assessments and sustainability reporting. As sustainability performance continues to improve across the industry, high-quality, asset-level data is becoming the key differentiator—shaping scores, supporting investor confidence, and enabling better decision-making. The conversation covers: ✅ What “data confidence” really means in the context of GRESB ✅ Why the asset-level spreadsheet is now the make-or-break factor for performance ✅ The risks of low-quality or incomplete data for scoring and capital access ✅ How granular data enables better benchmarking and targeted asset-level action ✅ Practical steps to improve data collection, validation, and automation Tune in to hear how stronger data foundations are helping organizations move beyond compliance—and unlock more value from their sustainability strategies. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eFqQi8Af 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eANkeGMU 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eq9Rb22H 👓 Read the transcript: https://lnkd.in/evyPgYht #GRESBPulse #DataQuality #RealAssets #Sustainability

💧 The Financial Cost of Low-Quality Water Data, and How Smart Water Management Transforms Portfolio Performance In a new GRESB Insights article, GRESB Partner HydroPoint Data Systems explores how low-quality water data can quietly erode asset value, distort performance metrics, and increase operational risk across real estate portfolios. The article examines how moving from low-resolution data to continuous, validated, and portfolio-wide monitoring can: • Identify hidden leaks before costs escalate • Strengthen NOI through better operational control • Improve benchmarking and reporting credibility • Support more confident investment and capital planning decisions 🔗 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e3M7GvFy #GRESBInsights #RealEstate #WaterManagement #DataQuality #Sustainability #RealAssets

📣 The GRESB March Newsletter is here! With the launch of the GRESB Assessments just around the corner, we’re excited to share key updates, services, and resources to help you approach the 2026 assessment cycle with confidence. In this edition, you’ll find: • Webinars, guidance, and resources to help you get ready for the Assessments • The Road to Performance Public Consultation and live webinar • Regional data center webinars in March and April • A lookback at GRESB’s live market quiz & debate at MIPIM 2026 • Updates on the 2026 GRESB Accredited Professional exams Read more below for details and ways to get involved. 👉 Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/e98Sre2E #RealEstate #Infrastructure #Sustainability #GRESB #RealAssets

GRESB in Australia & Aotearoa New Zealand: Key takeaways from the market Over the past 10 days, GRESB engaged with investors, members, and industry stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand through a series of roundtables and events. Led by Sarah Blankfield and Charles van Thiel, CAIA, with contributions from colleagues including Joss Blamire, Chris Pyke, and Karl Desai, these sessions brought together more than 70 participants across real estate and infrastructure to discuss evolving market dynamics, including the first Road to Performance public consultation roundtable globally. Across conversations, several themes consistently emerged: 🏗️ Return to fundamentals Sustainability continues to be framed as risk management, resilience, and financial performance—despite concerns around increasing compliance-driven approaches. 🌏 Regional divergence Shifting dynamics across markets, particularly in North America, are influencing how sustainability is communicated, though most participants remain focused on what they can control. ⚡ Energy transition as resilience Decarbonization is increasingly linked to energy security and independence, with regional nuances shaping how this is approached in practice. 🌱 Beyond decarbonization Stakeholders emphasized the need to broaden the sustainability agenda—highlighting biodiversity, nature, and social license as critical factors. 💰 Evolving sustainable finance A shift toward embedding sustainability within financing structures, alongside changing dynamics in sustainability-linked loans and capital allocation approaches. These discussions reflect a market that continues to evolve—adapting to regional realities while staying focused on long-term performance, resilience, and value creation. We look forward to continuing the conversation with our members and partners globally. #RealAssets #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #GRESB #APAC

📊 Market signals from MIPIM 2026 During MIPIM in Cannes last week, we asked attendees a simple question: “In one word, how would you describe the real estate market right now?” Here’s what we heard 👇 For a broader look at GRESB’s participation at MIPIM and key themes from the week, read our full recap here: https://lnkd.in/eiCsaK5Z Thanks to our interviewees for sharing their perspective: • Jean-Marc Zola (Schneider Electric) • Vincent BRYANT (Deepki) • Frédéric Dib (MoZaïC Asset Management) • Amanda Skeldon (Science Based Targets initiative) • Robbie Epsom (Karteria Partners) • Irina Gilfanova (SE Advisory Services) • Abigail Dean (Nuveen, a TIAA company) #MIPIM #RealEstate #MarketSignals #RealAssets #GRESB

⏳ One week to go: get ready for the 2026 GRESB Assessments With the GRESB Portal opening on April 1, the upcoming Assessment Q&A webinars are a timely opportunity to get your most pressing questions answered and help you navigate the assessment cycle with greater clarity. Whether you’re navigating this year’s updates or looking to validate your approach, these sessions will walk you through key changes, clarify expectations, and help you prepare with confidence. Before attending, we recommend reviewing GRESB Guides to familiarize yourself with the latest guidance and indicator updates: https://lnkd.in/eegVZPby 📅 Real Estate Assessment Q&A April 1, 2026 • Asia-Pacific: 12:00 PM SGT | 2:00 PM AEST • EMEA & Americas: 8:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM CEST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eEv5CW7V 📅 Infrastructure Assessment Q&A April 2, 2026 • Asia-Pacific: 12:00 PM SGT | 2:00 PM AEST • EMEA & Americas: 8:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM CEST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eRv-Muvn Can’t attend live? Register and we’ll send you the recording. #GRESB #RealEstate #Infrastructure #RealAssets #Sustainability