A clear path for organisations and properties to emissions reductions

Our carbon neutrality also helps organisations and properties already in use to cut emissions in a systematic way and pursue carbon neutrality.

In the systemic approach, the first step is to know the sources of emissions. The next step is to find out how the emissions can be cut most efficiently.

We also help organisations to prepare an emissions reduction road map, in which the most effective and cost-efficient means to achieve emissions reductions during the years to follow are recorded. In finding these, we can use Granlund’s AI Energy Survey calculation tool, for example, which quickly calculates and simulates the means to achieve the highest energy savings and CO2 emission reductions cost-effectively based on the data in the energy certificate.

Own emissions and carbon footprint can usually be reduced up to a certain point. The remainder of the journey to carbon neutrality can be achieved through measures with positive climate impacts, known as the carbon handprint. This could include selling renewable energy produced in the property to the grid.

Helping you prepare for the EU taxonomy

The EU taxonomy defines sustainability criteria for environmentally responsible investments. To be compliant with the taxonomy, business operations must produce a significant improvement in climate change mitigation or adaptation without having an adverse effect on other environmental objectives. First, the taxonomy compliance reporting obligation applies to the financial sector and major companies, but the effects are quickly reflected in all property management activities.

According to the forecasts, in 2025 one third of investments will already be made in ESG investment objects that have been assessed as sustainable. The taxonomy sets the rules for the assessment of sustainability. When financiers look for sustainable investment objects, the value and liquidity of properties that meet the requirements of the taxonomy are likely to increase and financing may be granted for them on better terms.

The AI Taxonomy Survey developed by us helps you achieve taxonomy compliance in your overall sustainability management and in the selection of actions that offer the best overall optimality. The unbiased survey ensures that the value of properties is preserved in a changing world.

Circular economy services for construction projects

The circular economy enables sustainable construction and property management, where building materials are utilised in a resource-smart manner. The circular economy can be taken into account throughout the lifecycle of a building.

Consideration of the circular economy generates major environmental benefits in the real estate and construction sector and the potential for economic savings is also significant. The recycling of materials saves non-renewable natural resources, protects biodiversity and reduces waste. The recycling potential is high as construction and demolition waste currently accounts for one third of all waste produced in Europe. The services we provide to our customers include demolition surveys as well as circular economy consulting for renovation projects and new buildings.