The property sector has been exploring the ways that climate change could affect business, and until now, this has mostly been focused on the physical effects. However, it is important that businesses don’t overlook transition risks as they start to deal with the move to a low carbon economy. There is growing industry level discussion about the potential material financial impacts of this transition for the property sector. We see three key issues as important for those businesses navigating their way through this challenge.
These are:
- The implications of leasing verses owning buildings regarding emissions scope
- The role of target setting
- How to factor in shadow carbon pricing
Frontier Economics and Edge Environment have partnered to provide comprehensive sustainability and economic advice to guide businesses through climate change risk and reporting. A new article, co-authored by Ben Mason from Frontier Economics, along with Mark Siebentritt, Miranda Siu and Jackie McKeon from Edge Environment, discusses the challenges that the property sector face navigating this complex area.
To read the full article, click below:
Author: Ben Mason. Industries: Energy & Renewables, Urban & Rural Water, Urban Design & Development. Expertise: Public Policy Advisory, Urban Economics.
